Brianna Steinhilber

You drag yourself from your desk to the gym, where you pop in some upbeat music and jack the treadmill up to 6 mph.
Admit it, while you're pounding out those three miles, you’re silently judging (even if subconsciously) the person walking next to you.
What a waste of time. Why even come to the gym if you’re just going to walk?
But experts say we’re unfairly placing the form of exercise in the “pointless” category. It turns out, you may be missing out on an extremely effective physical activit...

We all have motivation that ebbs and flows.
Some mornings you wake up energized to get to work and power through that to-do list. Others you smack the alarm clock, curse the morning and give yourself an extra five minutes to dream about putting in your notice and getting the first flight out to a tropical locale.
Not to mention the peaks and valleys that we experience within just one day: First thing in the morning (with a workout and an espresso under our belt) we're feeling like a walking a...

Kabobs may just be the perfect summer party food. They're easy to munch while holding a cocktail and they leave no dirty plates or utensils to clean up afterwards. Even better, you can please vegetarians and meat lovers alike without having to make two separate entrees.
The secret to a juicy, flavor-packed kabob is all in the marinade, which is prepped a day before, meaning less to do the day of a gathering. If you still haven’t found one that does the trick, don’t worry. This recipe from And...

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We have the latest from Minnesota in the aftermath of the killing of Daunte Wright, why the Johnson & Johnson vaccine pause comes at a bad time, and questions over the safety of grocery workers during the pandemic.
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Kim Potter, the veteran officer who fatally shot Daunte Wright on Sunday during a traffic stop, mistakenly thought...

We made it through January — and the tightened-up diet season devoid of alcohol and refined carbs. Now we’re ready to introduce some of our favorite meals back into rotation, without going off the deep-end and undoing a month of hard work.
For those nights when we decide to loosen the reigns a bit, lightened-up comfort food recipes that will satisfy cravings are key. Case in point: this baked broccoli mac and cheese from registered dietitian Alix Turoff's latest book, "Lose Your Belly Fat Coo...

The next few weeks are filled with celebrations with family and friends as we exchange presents, celebrate the holidays and ring in the new year. So what festive beverage is going to fill your cup?
Anthony Henriquez of Lumaca restaurant in NYC showed us how to go beyond the traditional hot toddy and egg nog this year. These elevated cocktails look (and taste!) impressive without taking you a ton of time to whip up. Plus, they are the perfect warm and comforting sip after a day out in the blus...

If you’re hosting a holiday gathering this season, your menu is top of mind. But what your guests will wash all the delicious food down with is a close second concern.
In recent years, I have been delegated “bartender” for the night — which was fun while coming up with creative recipes and watching people’s eyes light up at the first sip, but quickly became annoying when all I wanted to do was nap off my food coma and yet another order for a lemon bourbon smash came through.
So this year, I’m...

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Unfortunately, free shipping does not mean pollution-free. This morning we're taking a closer look at a corner of California where as Amazon and Walmart warehouses have proliferated, air quality has worsened. Plus, more on how President Joe Biden's eight years in the White House with Barack Obama influenced his first 100 days in office. And the first "pink moon" of the year dazzles viewers.
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For many, stress is an accepted part of daily life, whether it’s triggered by a mile-long to-do list at work, a schedule packed full of family commitments or the stream of never-ending bills in your mailbox (or, likely, a combination of all three).
Research suggests that over the past decade there has been a sharp rise in mental-health related issues, like stress and anxiety. A survey conducted by the American Psychological Association found that 31 percent of respondents saw an increase in t...

Try these 5 foods to fuel your brain
April 18, 202205:11
If you find yourself feeling foggy or fatigued, what you put on your plate can help.
According to Dr. Taz Bhatia, integrative medicine physician, certified nutrition specialist and host of the “Super Woman Wellness” podcast, certain nutrients can help with mental clarity, sleep and energy levels. And after incorporating these foods into your diet, you can see improvements relatively quickly.
“The beauty about getting your diet right, is...

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Follow along with this Barry's Bootcamp instructor's 20-minute workout
Feb. 4, 202131:24
When it comes to trendy boutique fitness classes, Barry’s Bootcamp may top the list. The studio — known for high-intensity workouts that combine running and strength training — has a cult following.
In the studio, lit by the signature red glow, participants alternate between running intervals on the treadmill and weighted exercises on the floor. The training style was designed to keep your heart rate el...

Finding a walking buddy is always a good way to keep your workout engaging.NickyLloyd / Getty Images
Walking is having a moment right now.
The pandemic reminded many of us of the power of a walk. Requiring no equipment or gym membership, heading outdoors to put feet to pavement became a lifeline during lockdowns and helped maintain our physical and mental health.
Walking consistently may help improve heart health and reduce body fat, plus it has been shown to relieve stress and can even help ...

The app and band tracks everything from your movements and heart rate to your tone of voice when communicating with others.TODAY Illustration / Amazon/ Getty Images
I’m no stranger to fitness trackers. I was once on the Fitbit bandwagon, checking my steps almost obsessively and feeling naked if I accidentally left it sitting on the counter at home.
So I was curious: Is the Amazon Halo (which hit the market in December 2020) just another way to stay on top of my daily step count? Or does it of...

Experts say that in-person turkey trots get the green light.Helen H. Richardson / Denver Post via Getty Images
For the past six years my alarm has rung at 6 a.m. on Thanksgiving morning. My father and I don matching turkey trot shirts, bundle up in gloves and hats, and head to our local community park to run a 5K with 1000 of our neighbors.
While the early wake-up call is slightly painful, it always feels great to get outside and squeeze in a workout before heading home to eat and drink the d...

5 delicious ways to sneak greens into your daily diet
April 20, 202204:56
We all know the importance of eating veggies — especially greens, which are packed with vitamins and minerals that are vital to our health. And Americans are notorious for not getting enough.
But getting our daily servings is easier said than done. After all, we can only eat so many salads. That’s why it’s time to get creative and sneak greens into some of our favorite recipes, from pasta sauce to brownies.
Dawn Russell...