A second wave of COVID means less time at the gym for fitness buffs. Once temporary home workout routines are now mainstay.
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Your body and mind enjoy taking shortcuts. They’ll always choose the path of least resistance. While necessary for human survival, these shortcuts will kill your fitness progress. However, some of these “cheats” aren’t actually cheats at all. They’re only viewed as such because of pride, soc…
Your body hates pain and loves convenience. It will always search for the easiest way to perform a physical task, and that method is often the least effective for your physical development.
Do your exercises feel like a chore? Do you feel your sets and repetitions have no guidance or purpose? Have you planned you monthly routine only to find your muscles still don’t move like you want them to?
In April, the mural of beloved East Tennessee star Dolly Parton, located in Strong Alley in downtown Knoxville, was defaced. The singer’s face was tarnished with a wad of black spray paint over her lips.
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Biceps may hog the spotlight, but developed biceps are useless without equally developed triceps.
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The human body is a complex construction. Every muscle and bone has an important purpose. Despite this, many workout routines boil muscles down to overly simple movements.
In 2018, there were 815 youth who were unaccompanied by an adult recorded by the Knoxville Homeless Management Information System who were experiencing homelessness in Knoxville.
Understandably, it’s difficult to picture a summer indoors. We all hope to be out of quarantine by the time summer comes around, but at this point, there’s still a lot of uncertainty.
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When Joanie Stewart heard that Tennessee was issuing a stay-at-home order, she was deeply worried. Gov. Bill Lee called it a “safer-at-home” order, but for the victims of domestic violence, for whom Stewart serves as executive director of the Family Justice Center in Knoxville, the order mea…
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Monday afternoon, Gov. Bill Lee announced that he will not extend Tennessee’s Safer at Home order and that businesses could begin phased reopening as early as next week.
It’s been nearly half a decade since “The Last of Us Part 2” was initially teased. Since then, trailers, delays and online leaks have followed this game all the way up to its final release. It’s safe to say that this game may not only be the most anticipated game of the year, but also of thi…
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Despite possible production slowing due to COVID-19, artists have continued to release new music. From singles to EPs to albums, here’s what’s happening in music this week.
Do your exercises feel like a chore? Do you feel your sets and repetitions have no guidance or purpose? Have you planned you monthly routine only to find your muscles still don’t move like you want them to?
In April, the mural of beloved East Tennessee star Dolly Parton, located in Strong Alley in downtown Knoxville, was defaced. The singer’s face was tarnished with a wad of black spray paint over her lips.
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Biceps may hog the spotlight, but developed biceps are useless without equally developed triceps.
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The third studio album from Quinn XCII, “A Letter To My Younger Self,” explores the past and the present in Quinn XCII’s signature mix of various genres, namely electronic pop and hip-hop.
Willie Nelson is a name that speaks for itself. A prominent artist in the country genre, Nelson’s music incorporates different styles of music, including pop and rock & roll, making him a household name over the decades of his career.
If you haven’t noticed, the world is pretty crazy right now. Between the pandemic, police brutality and a general feeling of uncertainty, many have been looking for an escape through entertainment. After months of searching, I believe that I’ve found the perfect show to help you destress and…
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The human body is a complex construction. Every muscle and bone has an important purpose. Despite this, many workout routines boil muscles down to overly simple movements.
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Knox County Board of Health discusses rising number of COVID-19 cases, approves mandatory mask order
On Wednesday afternoon, the Knox County Board of Health held a meeting to address the rise of positive COVID-19 cases in Knox County and the benchmarks necessary to care for the public.
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“My Spy” is yet another film that lost its theatrical run due to the COVID-19 pandemic. After a few months in limbo, it was unceremoniously dropped onto Amazon Prime. Even though family comedies aren’t typically my genre of choice, two years of seeing the film’s trailer wore me down and I de…
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Released on June 26, “Here For Now” is the debut studio album by Louis The Child, an electronic production duo.
Seeing as how every theater in America has been shut down since March due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we haven’t really seen a true theatrical blockbuster in months. Sure, films such as “Scoob!” and “The Lovebirds” may have skipped a theatrical release and gone straight to video on demand, but…
I’m a huge fan of the Olympics. In particular, I’ve always loved watching the ice skating and gymnastics portions. There has always been something special about those two sports for me. They’ve captured my love and attention since I was probably eight years old. I can’t remember ever — not —…
Fat’s a word with stigma around it. Ad campaigns encourage us to eat less fat and become healthier as a result. “Eat fat, get fat,” as they say.
Released on June 19, John Legend’s newest album “Bigger Love” departs somewhat from his slow jazz sound characteristic of his earlier albums.
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A lot can happen while working out. You may lose your squatting form at the wrong time and pop a joint. You may tear your muscles the wrong way. You may crash and fall off your bike. Maybe it has nothing to do with exercise and you just had some rotten luck.
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We are now halfway through the month of June, which means we’re right in the middle of Pride Month. In celebration of the LGBTQ+ community this year, here is a list of some of the best queer documentaries you can stream on Netflix right now.
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Although the pandemic has threatened to slow the releases of various musicians, these artists haven’t missed a beat. As always, it’s important to highlight and recognize the creative triumphs of black artists in the music industry. Here’s the newest music from black artists.
Motivation is essential for fitness. If you lack motivation, you’ll be hard-pressed to make essential lifestyle changes.
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So, you’ve discovered the most effective exercises, found the most nutritious foods and finally got in the mood to work out. Now, are you ready to do those exercises, eat that food and maintain that motivation consistently throughout your entire life?
This week on the Music Minute, host Miles Dickerson reviews 1975's record Notes on a Conditional Form.
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Restaurants are limited, town squares are empty and it’s harder than ever to find folks to go hiking. However, we can still go. That makes this state a curious case.
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During these trying times, many have acted as good Samaritans, sewing masks and donating money to those who have lost their jobs. However, others have been less generous, behaving even more sinister than usual.
On Wednesday afternoon, the Knox County Board of Health held their quarterly meeting virtually.
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At a time when companionship has been challenging to come by for some, people have been turning to animal shelters to fill that void.
In 2018, there were 815 youth who were unaccompanied by an adult recorded by the Knoxville Homeless Management Information System who were experiencing homelessness in Knoxville.
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Over the last decade, the cast of “One Piece” has grown to the point that there are innumerable characters that fans would love to learn the in-depth pasts of. The truth is, author Eiichiro Oda simply does not have the time to write all these stories himself. There just isn’t a reasonable pl…
It’s a motorcycle game.
What a reunion.
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KNOXVILLE,Tenn. -- For students attending college, either at two-year or four-year institutions, rising tuition rates and a lack of affordable housing options play a key factor for those struggling with housing security.
This week on the Music Minute, host Miles Dickerson reviews American Football's album American Football.
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“Rising High,” one of Netflix’s newest films, premiered last week. It’s a story of rise and fall, as the protagonist is forced to face his mistakes amidst pressure from the government.
Understandably, it’s difficult to picture a summer indoors. We all hope to be out of quarantine by the time summer comes around, but at this point, there’s still a lot of uncertainty.
I remember when I was in middle school, me and my friends talked endlessly about one game: “Fallout 3.” We were fascinated by the world and gameplay, the dark human and inventive vision of post-nuclear Washington D.C. I also remember very distinctly of us dreaming up our ideal “Fallout” game…
After this prolonged period of remote learning, you’re probably missing the college atmosphere.
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The games industry is still pumping out new experiences. This summer will be a big one for fans of all genres and all platforms.
The debut album from newcomer Jeremy Zucker, “love is not dying,” is beautiful and touching.
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When Joanie Stewart heard that Tennessee was issuing a stay-at-home order, she was deeply worried. Gov. Bill Lee called it a “safer-at-home” order, but for the victims of domestic violence, for whom Stewart serves as executive director of the Family Justice Center in Knoxville, the order mea…
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One of my favorite things to do is watch live theatre. Watching a story unravel right in front of you is a feeling unmatched by any other medium. Sadly, unlike movies, television or video games, you can’t really go to a live theatre show during a global pandemic. Luckily for theatre lovers s…
Despite what you might expect, the coronavirus hasn’t halted the entertainment industry. Companies like Disney and Netflix still release new content on their streaming platforms. This week is full of new, varied releases. Here’s what to check out on streaming platforms this week.
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Many people have effectively put the climate change crisis on the back burner because its effects seem to be far in the future, but scientists say that climate change is already here and are going to have a big effect on our daily lives if we don’t start making changes now.
While our current special issue explores the topic of climate change and the dangers it could possibly pose, it is important, as it would be for any controversial topic, to examine both sides of the issue.
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Sports play a major role in millions of people’s lives all over America and the world, something that’s shown even greater during the coronavirus. Massive stadiums and arenas across the world have the capability for a massive carbon footprint.
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E-waste, the shortened term for electronic waste, is a relatively new environmental worry that poses a threat, with long-standing, harmful health and environmental effects. While it is important to keep in mind, the overall goal is to reduce electronics consumption in order to reduce e-waste…
Chapter 59 of the official “Dragon Ball” sequel just dropped, and it seems to act as a sort of mile marker for the current story arc.
“Sergio,” a new Netflix original film, tells the true story of Sérgio Vieira de Mello, a UN diplomat and humanitarian who was caught in the 2003 Canal Hotel bombing in Baghdad, Iraq.
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Monday afternoon, Gov. Bill Lee announced that he will not extend Tennessee’s Safer at Home order and that businesses could begin phased reopening as early as next week.
The newest chapter of the “Naruto” sequel, “Boruto,” just released, coming out of Shueisha’s “V Jump” magazine. And chapter 45, despite lacking the intense action that has made the last few months of “Boruto” so exciting for readers, brings an equal amount of thrill and intrigue in the form …
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It's time for the Yearly Wrap-Up! Take a look back at the past school year with your host, Austin Orr! May the force be with you no matter how far you are from Rocky Top!
