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Northside Nutrition & Wellness Sets Up Shop

Owner Andrea Engebretson wants to help others after undertaking a successful weight-loss journey.

January 2, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. – The new year is rife with resolutions regarding weight management. Here to help those seeking assistance in such an endeavor is Andrea Engebretson, who opened Northside Nutrition & Wellness to the public on the evening of January 2. It’s located at 2810 North Broadway in Fargo in the space formerly occupied by a CBD & Wellness establishment….

SWAT Training Planned for Thursday Night in West Fargo

March 9, 2023

TJ Nelson,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Red River Valley SWAT Team has planned a training exercise Thursday night near the 7800 block of 52nd Avenue West in West Fargo. It’s expected to last from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.. People in that area will see officers with firearms, but no live rounds will be used during the training exercise. There will…

Sanford Health dietitian shares healthy eating habits

January 11, 2023

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Sanford Health’s senior dietitian shares advice on healthier eating habits if you’re watching your weight. Casey Bjoralt says many people go into a diet with an all-or-nothing mentality where they feel they have to eliminate certain foods. She says this leads to failure as people tend to overeat the same foods. Bjoralt says a balance in…

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Study: Heart attack risk increases during end of December

The American Heart Association suggest ways to prepare for a heart-healthy holiday to avoid heart attacks

December 25, 2022

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UNITED STATES (KVRR) — The end of December is well known as the most wonderful time of the year, but doctors say it’s also when heart attacks are most likely to occur. According to the American Heart Association, the last week of December brings more heart attack deaths than any other time of year. The study reports that more cardiac…

How to avoid health risks over the holidays

Majority of heart attacks happen in our country on Christmas and New Year's Day than any other time of the year.

December 9, 2021

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(KVRR) – The holidays typically brings together family, food and good times, but health experts warn this is also a potentially dangerous. The American Heart Association and scientific research suggests a majority of heart attacks happen in our country on Christmas and New Year’s Day than any other time of the year. People have a tendency to break their normal…

NDSU professor leads study on physical activity and COVID-19 complications

Study suggests physical activity helps reduce further health complications associated with COVID-19

January 22, 2021

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. — With many people taking precautions to remain safe during the pandemic, some may be skipping activities that get their blood flowing and hearts pumping. An NDSU professor is a leading author of a study called Physical Distancing Does Not Equal Physical Inactivity. The study suggests a call to action in prioritizing physical activity during the pandemic and…

The F-M community discusses goals for the new year

Many people say setting realistic goals helps, but remember not to be too hard on yourself.

January 1, 2021

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D.- “New year, new me” seems to be the phrase that goes around every year on January 1st. “Yeah, just trying to be a bit more healthy. We’ve been spending a lot of time inside at home, so trying to just get out a bit more and do some more hiking,” Fargo’s Lindsay Boyd said. It’s the general consensus…

Social Distancing: Cool Runnings

Tips On Staying Up And Running In The Winter During COVID

November 18, 2020

Site Staff,

This is the time of year where it’s harder to stay in shape, especially during COVID. You might not want to go to the gym. Outdoor workouts are getting harder to do with the weather. Holiday eating. Cookies and pies are so good! But even cold, snowy weather doesn’t have to keep you from working up a sweat. I…

Fergus Falls Runner Keeps Community Connected Through Virtual Races

Arne Robertson says with a lack of opportunity to race he decided to take a step in another direction

July 5, 2020

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FERGUS FALLS, Minn. — COVID-19 has caused shutdowns of 5Ks, 10Ks, and marathons across the country. Arne Robertson, a runner himself says with a lack of opportunity to race he decided to take a step in another director to keep the spirit going. “Ya know I did a virtual race for one of my friends and I thought this might…

LIVE: Get Active During COVID-19 To Reduce Mortality Risk

How Much 30 Minutes Of Activity Can Lower Your Risk Of Death

June 26, 2020

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If you’re looking for motivation to get off the couch and get active during COVID-19, here’s some. It could save your life. Sanford nurse practioner Morgan Rinke tells KVRR that replacing 30 minutes of couch time with physical activity can make a big difference in your overall health. She cites a study that says 30 extra minutes of light…