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Tackling the Philadelphia Marathon? Take Elite Runner Erika Kemp’s Advice

Kemp, who grew up in South Jersey, became the fastest American-born Black woman when she ran the Boston Marathon in 2023.


Opinion

How I Got Through My Cancer Scare

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Should We Pay People to Quit Smoking?

Q&A

Dear Kimberly: How Do I Deal With Good Friends Who Are Bad Roommates?

Find It PhillyWhat you need, when you need it.

Latest Stories

Fitness Challenge: Trek Across ALL of the Wissahickon’s Trails

Prettiest fall fitness challenge ever?

The Argument for Eating a Giant Breakfast

Despite what you may think, doing so could help you drop pounds.

BeWOW: A Fast-Paced Full-Body Circuit Workout

Stop watches at the ready!

From Our Sponsor

Meet a Health Hero: Dr. Senbagam Virudachalam

“Health and healthy choices do not have to be complicated.”

10 Ways to Beat the August Blues in Philly

What you need to do before summer ends.

This Snack Could Be Key to Crushing Junk-Food Cravings

We’ll be keeping a bag of these at our desk, thank you very much.


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6 of the Most Peaceful Places to Hike in and Around Philly

6 of the Most Peaceful Places to Hike in and Around Philly

We polled local outdoor enthusiasts for their favorite places to clear their heads in nature.

Best of Philly 2026: Health & Self

Best of Philly 2026: Health & Self

A yoga studio stalwart. HYROX, hacked. And a killer massage that won’t break the bank.


From Our Sponsor

Meet a Health Hero: Darren Sudman

“Our children get their eyes and ears checked in school. Shouldn’t we check their hearts, too?”

Google Wants to Help Save You From Miserable Seasonal Allergies

Yes, please.

From Our Sponsor

Meet a Health Hero: Steve Paul

“I’m motivated every day to show the community, their families, their friends and the athletes themselves not what their disabilities are but what their abilities are.”

Meet Juliette, This Week’s Adoptable Running Puppy

Excuse us while we stare in adoration.

Ben Franklin Bridge Is Getting a Major Upgrade

Cyclists, rejoice!

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Where to Find Free Tennis and Pickleball Courts Around Philadelphia

Where to Find Free Tennis and Pickleball Courts Around Philadelphia

All the no-commitment places to practice your serve, mapped.

The 8 Best Facial Treatments to Get in Philly After Wearing a Mask All Year Long

The 8 Best Facial Treatments to Get in Philly After Wearing a Mask All Year Long

Maskne, be gone! These local treatments will help you flaunt the skin you’ve been hiding.


Splash Around at These Free Pool Workouts Next Weekend

A free water workout to escape the muggy August weather? Yes, please.

From Our Sponsor

Meet a Health Hero: Ramon Laboy

“I love it when I can help our members, who are experiencing homelessness, to see that they are more than their circumstances.”

The Healthy Foods to Blame for a Bloated Belly

And more bookmark-worthy reads to kickstart your weekend.

From Our Sponsor

Meet a Health Hero: Chera Kowalski

“We need to do better, so people feel more empowered to ask for for assistance when needed, whether it be once, twice or fifty times … “

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