Editor’s Note: The Strive to Thrive competition launched in January 2020 after nine local contestants were chosen by Richland Source and OhioHealth Ontario Health & Fitness to compete in a […]
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Strive to Thrive final contestant standings
The Strive to Thrive contest officially came to a close this week. Based on the relative change of body fat percentage, Sue Hunt won after a relative change of 10.6% followed by […]
Strive to Thrive blog: Exercise for Stress Relief
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by AJ Beddow, Exercise Physiologist at OhioHealth and Strive to Thrive personal trainer. To put it mildly, 2020 has been a chaotic year. COVID-19 […]
Strive to Thrive blog: Getting back on track
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Emily Freeman, Exercise Physiologist at OhioHealth and Strive to Thrive personal trainer. In January of 2020 you made health and fitness resolutions. During […]
Strive to Thrive contest resumes after OhioHealth Ontario Health & Fitness reopens
MANSFIELD — After 10 weeks of being on pause, the Strive to Thrive contest will resume on Aug. 10 and close out the final three weeks of the competition. In […]
Strive to Thrive quarantine workout #6
Reduce chronic back pain and fatigue with this gentle workout designed to stretch and strengthen the postural muscles of the body. Watch the video below to follow along or scroll […]
From a pack a day to none—Strive to Thrive contestant quit smoking prior to competition
MANSFIELD – Strive to Thrive contestant Tia Angelo used to smoke a pack of cigarettes in one day, but since before joining the contest, not so much as a single […]
Strive to Thrive quarantine workout #5
This 10 for 10 guided, home workout will have you doing 10 exercises with 10 reps for each. Always make sure to check with you doctor before beginning an exercise […]
Strive to Thrive quarantine workout #4
This full body stretching session can help relax muscles, relieve stress or tension, and keep your body limber. Consult a physician before beginning any exercise program and always listen to […]
Soccer enthusiast hopes to play again after Strive to Thrive
MANSFIELD — Sue Hunt works as an administrative assistant at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital during the week and spends her time in Columbus at the Mapfre Stadium on the weekends. “I […]

