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    Mike Sarraille on Overcoming Life’s Challenges

    With a fresh year on the horizon, many people are trying to figure out how to make a positive change in their lives. But far too often, New Year’s Resolutions unravel, and people settle into their old habits. To help you break the vicious cycle, we’ve enlisted the help of retired US Navy SEAL officer, Former Recon Marine, EF Overwatch CEO, and author of The Talent War, Mike Sarraille. During his 20-year career in the Special Operations community and now as a business leader, Sarraille experienced first-hand what it takes––both mentally and physically––to overcome extraordinary challenges. Now, Sarraille has agreed to pass those same lessons along to our readers in…

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    America needs a National Guard for scientists

    What do some of the most important institutions in the United States—the Social Security Administration, the U.S. National Laboratories, the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), NASA, and the Department of Homeland Security—have in common? All of them have their origins in crises, ranging from the Great Depression and the Second World War to the Cold War and 9/11. Crises have always been catalysts for institutional renewal and reinvention, and the coronavirus pandemic will be no exception. Even now, when all we can see is tragedy and emergency, the coalitions that are forming and the solutions that are emerging will lay the foundation for the…

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    Yes, Your Vet Is Fat Shaming Your Dog

    Even your pup’s not immune to fat shaming. Some vets look down on overweight dogs, and are more likely to blame heavy owners for their pet’s pudginess, despite the fact dogs can have metabolic issues just like humans, a study published in International Journal of Obesity found. Why Owning a Dog Adds Years to Your Life Read article Dogs’ dietary needs change as they get older, so selecting the right food—and appropriate amount—is key. Keep Fido in shape by taking him hiking, kayaking, or swimming (check out BringFido for a list of dog-friendly activities by region) or AllTrails, which lets you choose dog-friendly hiking destinations. The post Yes, Your Vet…

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    FDA approves first at-home, over-the-counter COVID test

    The first Covid-19 test that can be performed entirely at home was cleared by U.S. regulators on Tuesday, and it can be acquired without a prescription. While availability will be limited initially, the new test and others in development could make virus screenings as accessible as over-the-counter pregnancy tests in the U.S. for the first time. The advance follows months of criticism that the Food and Drug Administration has been too slow to approve rapid home tests for the virus. Manufactured by East Brisbane, Australia-based Ellume, the self-administered, single-use nasal swab test is small enough to fit in the palm of a person’s hand. It detects proteins on the virus’s…

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    Laird Hamilton and Joe Rogan Discuss Staying Fit and Healthy at Any Age

    As you get older, general fitness seems to be one of the first things to slip. Perhaps you are too busy, too tired, too stressed––the list of excuses goes on. However, one excuse that’s simply not true is that you are too old. While nobody said getting older is easy––especially when it comes to maintaining fitness––there are countless examples of older athletes who defy their age and continue performing at a high level. Two prime examples are Laird Hamilton and Joe Rogan. While both men are in their 50s, training and fitness remain at the forefront of their focus. In this 10-minute video, the two discuss the importance of staying…

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    Apple’s Fitness+ workout service: enthusiasm, energy, and plenty of integration

    Our mission to make business better is fueled by readers like you. To enjoy unlimited access to our journalism, subscribe today. Apple’s new workout video service, called Fitness+, is a lot like other app-based exercise programs. It includes a wealth of videos led by fit and enthusiastic instructors who guide users through activities like yoga, treadmill running, and indoor rowing. But while Fitness+ is less sophisticated than many rival apps used by workout mavens, deep integration with Apple’s other apps and devices makes it a solid choice for the company’s fans. In fact, you must own an Apple Watch to sign up for the service and an iPhone, iPad, or anApple…

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