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Show Up for Your Team: Stay Healthy This Winter

Winter sports are in full swing, but staying healthy is key to showing up for your team. Cold weather brings an increase in illnesses like the flu, RSV, and COVID-19. Check out how you can prevent getting sick this season!

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From Fitness to Friendship: How Train 4 Life is Redefining Wellness for Special Olympics MA

Kimberly found more than just a fitness plan with Special Olympics MA's Train 4 Life—she found confidence, community, and a love for exercise! In two months, she’s lost 8 lbs, made new friends, and stays motivated!

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Matt Millett Ran How far in 2024?

Special Olympics Massachusetts athlete, Matt Millett had an incredible year running all over the place while setting personal records in the 5K and 10K distances. He inspired at least one fellow runner maybe he will get you to get after it.

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Healthy Recipes- Meals

It can be easy to eat healthy at home! You just need to have the right ingredients (and you probably have many of them right in your pantry or refrigerator!) Here are some of our favorite meal ideas – check them out!

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Track and Field Sport Specific Trainings

Learn some specific exercises to take your track and field skills to the next level.

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Fitness at home!

Our exercise of the week is the seated twist! Watch as athlete and global health messenger Beth Donahue demonstrates the seated twist. This is a great ab workout!

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New Year, New Wellness Goals!

With the new year comes new goals! New Year's resolutions can seem so daunting. How are you going to do something consistently for a whole year?

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Get Fit! Feel Good! October's Blog

Connecting with nature can provide many health benefits! Nature can improve our overall mood, supports our physical health, and helps lower stress and anxiety.

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Get Fit! Feel Good ! September's Blog

Most people might not understand why connecting with nature should be a wellness goal. When people think wellness they think fitness or nutrition based information.

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Fitness Opportunities for Athletes

Here are a list of the current fitness programs that are being offered by Special Olympics Massachusetts! To sign up or for more information email Vicky.dinatale@specialolympicsma.org

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Recipes to make water more fun!

You probably know you should drink 5 glasses of water a day, but sometimes that's hard to do when there are so many other flavorful drinks out there. Here are some fruit and water recipes to make drinking water fun!

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Wellness Wednesday with Beth

As a freshly minted Special OlympicsHealth Messenger, Beth will be helping to share wellness tips to make sure we are all staying healthy during and in-between sports seasons.

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From Kingston to Boston: Aileen Corrigan’s Six-Star Marathon Journey for Inclusion

Aileen Corrigan trains at 3 AM in Kingston, Jamaica, chasing her dream of becoming a six-star marathon finisher. In April 2025, she’ll run the Boston Marathon, not just for herself, but to support Special Olympics MA.

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Gregg's Guide: Living Independently as a Special Olympics Athlete

Gregg, a Special Olympics athlete, shares his journey to independent living. He has learned about finances, home maintenance, and self-care. Despite facing challenges, he has embraced growth and hopes others can do the same.

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Coach Ann Marie Dawes Marks 20 Years of Inspiring Special Olympics Athletes

Coach Ann Marie Dawes has dedicated 20 years to coaching Special Olympics athletes, helping them grow in skill and confidence. A Hall of Fame coach and passionate mentor, she continues to inspire.