Tips to take your workout to the next level

Chelsea Dale is the regional group fitness manager and personal trainer at O2 Fitness. She was certified by Aerobic & Fitness Association of America in 2001 and since then has become certified in a multitude of Les Mills programs that include Bodypump, Bodycombat, Bodyjam and RPM. Visit O2fitnessclubs.com for more information

How to Reach Your Goal

For weight loss — aim for a minimum of 30 minutes of cardio four times a week

To tone up — add a sculpting class and/or weight lifting routine to your regular workout

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Contributed by Wake Radiology

About five years ago, Dr. Steven Taylor noticed that he was developing varicose veins in his legs. It didn’t surprise him, as nearly everyone on his mother’s side of the family has them.

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Contributed by Julia Messer, a licensed psychologist in private practice with Orenstein Solutions

Nathan logged off of his work computer and noticed that it was 6:45 p.m. He had worked later than planned, as usual, and quickly rushed out of the building to his car. Thoughts of the day ran through his mind … the meeting was not productive; someone was going to have to tell a co-worker that funds were no longer available to support his position; no one was getting a raise this year. Nathan glanced down as his cell phone rang, and he answered, “I know. I know. I’m on my way. I’ll grab dinner on my way to the game.

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The importance of getting involved in your child’s life

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Stylish men will embrace spring’s welcoming of more comfortable, more versatile and more modern designs, according to Arlene Goldstein, fashion director and vice president of trend merchandising for Belk Inc.

Relaxed yet pulled together sensibility is the way to go this spring and will give any guy fashion confidence. According to Goldstein, the key to a solid wardrobe this season is re-examining core items and building on the basics.

So guys, take inventory of your closets, purge outdated and unnecessary items and incorporate these must-haves for sure-to-turn-heads and impress springtime style.

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