A woman who has the type of double first name that is common in the South explains to prospective parents how a double name may cause confusion outside the region. Plus, a personal trainer shares five strategies to supercharge your walking routine, and our Shop TODAY team has the ultimate swimsuit guide to get you ready for summer.
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Double names like Ellie Mae and Anna Claire are common in the South, but they can be misunderstood elsewhere. Mary Love Mateas, 28, a surgical coordinator who grew up in North Carolina, explained in a video how her name created some confusion while she was in college and what parents should know when considering a double name for their child.
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There’s a common misconception that walking is not an intense enough form of exercise, but it has well-documented physical and mental health benefits. Personal trainer and TODAY fitness contributor Stephanie Mansour shared three strategies to help kickstart a daily walking habit, plus five ways to supercharge your routine, from adding in hills to increasing the distance over time.
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In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, an emergency medicine physician warns about a common ingredient in multivitamins that can be harmful in large amounts.
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Your 2026 wellness journey starts here! Subscribe to the Start TODAY app (now available on Android!) to get started with your whole-body wellness companion. Unlock healthy meal plans, fitness challenges tailored to all levels, and daily inspiration from experts.
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Fashion expert and stylist Jasmine Snow is getting you ready for the beach and pool! Our swim guide is full of editor-loved swimsuits, Travel Award-winning cover-ups and even a clever hair clip for comfortable lounging.
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Cookbook author Caroline Chambers layers bacon, tomato, melty cheese and honey Dijonnaise on sweet slider rolls for her take on Kentucky Hot Brown sandwiches that make the perfect bite for your Kentucky Derby festivities tomorrow.
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