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8 Ways to Create a Workout Plan You’ll Stick To

We can’t wave a magic wand to make everything in life better … but we can work out, which comes close. Here’s how to get more of that into your day.

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How to Sleep When You Have a Lot on Your Mind

A busy new semester can stir up lots of busy, anxious thoughts. So you could probably use a few tips to quiet your mind when your head hits the pillow.

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5 Ways to Stay Sharp This Summer

School is out for the summer, but don’t let your brain take a vacation.

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Can You Make Up Sleep Debt?

Summer’s the time to make up for all those hours of sleep lost during the school year. Right? Well, sort of. Here's the real deal about getting your best rest.

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Emergency Plan! 16 Essentials For Your College First Aid Kit

Make sure your personal emergency kit is well stocked before you really need it. And read on to learn which OTC drugs can be dangerous.

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7 Reasons You Should Actually Sleep

College life may conspire to keep you wide-eyed and awake, but there are important reasons you should sleep. So close your eyes—after you read this.

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How to Get More Vitamin C in Your Diet

Worried about staying healthy during this semester's cold months? Vitamin C in your diet can help. Find out which food has the most. (Hint: It's not orange.)

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7 Superfoods to Boost Your Brain Power

When you’re busy at college, it’s easy to fall back on junk food to keep you going. Be smarter: Choose these more nutritious options.

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Sleep Better Tonight: 6 Changes to Make to Your Dorm Room

Give these tips a try to make your room a more restful place, and to help you sleep more soundly. You can thank us in the morning.

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Resilience 101: 4 Tips to Help You Bounce Back

We all face setbacks, challenges, and unexpected changes that throw us off our game. Having the tools to bounce back is what resilience is all about.

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Clear Out Your Mental Clutter

You know what’s worse than a messy dorm room or study space? A mind that’s filled with useless stuff. Here’s how to clear away the mess.

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6 Little Ways to Get Healthy on a College Budget

Crush your 2019 eating goals — on a college budget. These 6 simple suggestions include a backpack must-have, dorm snack ideas, pizza-eating tips, and more.

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The 15-Minute Dorm Room Workout

Even if you're living in a tiny space, you can get in a good workout without going outside. Here, 7 moves you can do in your dorm room.

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7 Tips for Making New Habits Stick

We don’t fail at our goals — they fail us. Here, experts explain the science of behavior change and how to hit your goals for studying, fitness, and more.

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5 Winter Break Tips for Recharging Mind, Body, and Spirit

Use this “calm before the storm” to prep yourself mentally and physically for the semester ahead. Here are 5 simple tips.

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Doggy Therapy for College Students

Studying for finals can be super stressful. So why not take a pause (paws?) for some furry cuddles and doggy kisses, guaranteed to lift your spirits.

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