Tierra Thomas, Thrive Reporter
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Extraordinary teen furthers training for track and field despite COVID-19
LEXINGTON — Megan Haring leans forward on her track chair, her elbows pointed as she rests her hands on the wheels, keeping her eyes focused on the 400-meter track in front of her. Other students run by on the outside tracks, giving her enough room in her designated area for practice. Her father, Kevin Haring, […]
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Ways to stay fit in the midst of a pandemic
MANSFIELD — With the coronavirus affecting and interrupting many lives, people must think of more ways to stay active and healthy during this pandemic. On Monday, Gov. Mike DeWine made the order to close all gyms and fitness centers in Ohio for an indefinite period of time. The decision has left avid gym members scrambling […]
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Learning to balance work, travel, family time and fitness keeps Strive to Thrive contestant busy
MANSFIELD — Work, travel, eat, work out, sleep. That’s what Strive to Thrive contestant Chuck Keesee’s weekly schedule since joining the contest. Keesee has traveled anywhere from Alaska to Hawaii every week due to his job as a district manager for Gorman Rupp. “You can’t outwork a bad diet, I’ve learned,” Keesee said. Married to […]
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Strive to Thrive contest reaches halfway point; contestants kick it into high gear
MANSFIELD — With the Strive to Thrive contest just past the halfway point, contestants have kicked it into high gear as they race toward the finish line in April. On Thursday evening, contestants gathered at the OhioHealth Ontario Health & Fitness Center for the monthly community event. They participated in a team competition, received a […]
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Bellville man wants ultimate ‘revenge body’ after divorce
MANSFIELD – After going through a divorce, Strive to Thrive contestant Jonathan Lutzmann wants to get in shape to find new stability in his life. “I can definitely tell that I’m feeling better and more energetic throughout the day,” Lutzmann said. Lutzmann, a CNC machinist at Ariel Foundation in Mount Vernon, separated from his ex-wife […]
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Is it really a tantrum? Signs your child may be quietly suffering from a mental disorder
MANSFIELD — With social media usage by youth increasing, depression and anxiety have grown exponentially in the past couple of years. Kailey Bradley, a licensed professional counselor and clinical thanatologist at Heritage Christian Counseling, works with individuals of all ages as they experience life transitions and grief. Bradley can empathize with parents that there can […]
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New Mansfield dance fitness studio offers first ever pole dancing class in Richland County
MANSFIELD — Formation Dance Studios opens this week, offering a wide range of classes to enjoy, including the first pole dancing class located in the Mid-Ohio region. Trai’Shaun Beard and Shawn Sydnor, Co-CEO’s of Formation Dance Studios, can’t wait to provide more fun and new activities to do in the City of Mansfield. “Dancing is […]