Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023

Defense suffers rare lapse in loss to Texas

many second-chance opportunities. While the Cowboys scored their highest point total in five weeks, the defense gave up a season-high mark in an 89-75 loss in Austin on Tuesday night.

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For once, OSU’s defense didn’t hold up its end of the bargain.

Texas knocked down a high percentage of its shots, but even when the defense was clicking, it gave the No. 10 Longhorns too

“Eighty-nine points, you know, that’s just something we don’t do,” guard Woody Newton said on the postgame radio show.

“We always say we’re a defensive team, and we can’t go on the road and allow a team score 89 points in their crib.”

Just two weeks removed from a 56-point outing against the Cowboys, Texas (17-3, 6-2) turned its offense around. Four Longhorns

scored in double digits, and they scored season-highs in 3-point and field goal percentage for an OSU opponent.

OSU trailed 17-6 just seven minutes into the game, which stemmed from an 11-0 Texas run. But the Cowboys closed the gap. Then, after closing the score to within three with more than four minutes until halftime, OSU (11-9, 3-5) didn’t score again in the first half, while Texas extended the lead to eight.

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LOS ANGELES

— When a gunman fatally shot 11 people and wounded nine others in Monterey Park over the weekend, it was more than just the latest tragedy in America’s horrific mass-shooting epidemic.

The gunman attacked the Star Ballroom Dance Studio, one of the best-known hubs of the vibrant Asian American ballroom dance community in Southern California — a longtime safe haven for older immigrants, the kind of place where they knew they would be welcomed.

“In Asia, ballroom is an incredibly popular sport and social dance,” said Marisa Hamamoto, a professional ballroom and salsa dancer in L.A. who had been to Star on occasion.

“Ballroom is one big activity where Asians are able to gather and meet people with that shared experience. It’s a place to find belonging and connection,” said Hamamoto. “Many Asian Americans are traumatized by this. When we started seeing photos of victims, we can’t help but feel like these people are our parents and grandparents. Especially after all the phobia during COVID, it’s triggering.”

All of the victims slain at the ballroom

studio — who included immigrants from Taiwan, China and the Philippines — were in their 50s, 60s or 70s.

Yutian Wong, a professor at San Francisco State University‘s School of Theater and Dance who specializes in Asian American dance studies, said her father, a 70-something Malaysian immigrant, probably would have been at the ballroom when the shooting happened Saturday night, if he hadn’t been dropping off a relative somewhere else.

“It’s pretty horrible. That’s the thing. You just imagine these places that are thought of as safe community spaces, where one isn’t going to be harassed,” said Wong. “I know a lot of people think, ‘Ballroom dancing, it’s so odd, why do Asian people like it?’ But it’s been a big, thriving community for a long time.”

The once strictly European practice of ballroom dancing has long since internationalized and taken on a life of its own, with dancers of all ages and nationalities finding joy, community and a healthy workout in swaying through the waltz, the foxtrot, swing and rumba. “Dancing with the Stars” was a staple of ABC’s programming for more than 30 seasons before recently moving to Disney+. California ballroom competitions can draw hundreds of competitors of every ethnicity.

Cowgirls to host handful of teams during ITA kickoff weekend

can play the same teams year after year.”

lot of older players on the team.”

Familiar faces and new challengers are serving it up in Greenwood Tennis Center this weekend.

The OSU Cowgirls look to start their home season during ITA Kickoff Weekend. Teams in Oregon, Kansas and Michigan are headed to the Greenwood Tennis Center to take part in a four team bracket lasting Saturday and Sunday.

OSU starts out its draw with a matchup against Oregon. In his 13 years of coaching at OSU, coach Chris Young has never had a team play against the Ducks, creating a new opportunity to leave a mark on a different program.

“You just don’t know a lot about them and just how their players react,” Young said. “I think it’s pretty exciting just to see somebody new because oftentimes we

While not on the same side of the bracket, Kansas is a familiar conference opponent for the Cowgirls. Since Young’s time at the helm of Cowgirl tennis, he has never lost to the Jayhawks in Stillwater. Regardless of this fact, the Cowgirls may not even face off against the Jayhawks during the weekend. This conference matchup is only possible if both Kansas and Oklahoma State win or lose their respective matches.

Undoubtably the hottest team hitting the court in Stillwater this weekend is Michigan. The Wolverines are making waves in the NCAA early, as the team took down No. 4 Oklahoma in a swift defeat of 5-2 in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Michigan looks to cause even more of a stir in the Big 12 in facing Kansas and potentially Oklahoma State.

“They made a statement that they’re probably a top 10 team this year,” Young said. “They could be higher ranked when the rankings come out. You never know. That’s going to be a really strong team. A

Michigan won five of the six singles matches played against Oklahoma, surrendering the doubles point before blitzing the Sooners in singles. While singles play is where most matches are won, the Cowgirls look to attack strong in doubles.

Ayumi Miyamoto, a senior for the Cowgirls, is taking on a new role in doubles this season. With her usual partner Lisa Marie Rioux not yet on the roster, she has the opportunity to share her experience with the youngest player on the team, Lucia Peyre.

“She likes to play singles, not doubles,” Miyamoto said. “We need to find a way to find a new strategy, and we are still working on it.”

The team is wanting any and all fans to be in attendance for kickoff weekend, with the official Cowgirl Tennis Twitter account stating “Show up. Show out. Get rowdy.”

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The OSU defense gave up a season-high 89 points against Texas on Tuesday night.

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Ayumi Miyamoto is gaining experience playing in doubles this season for the Cowgirls.

For older Asian American immigrants, ballroom dancing was supposed to be a safe haven

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What does Bryan Nardo bring to OSU?

Gabriel Trevino Sports Editor

OSU football and Mike Gundy chose a younger coach to fill in as defensive coordinator.

Bryan Nardo, OSU’s new defensive coordinator, was a part of the American Football Coaches Association’s 35 under 35 list in 2019, meaning he isn’t yet in his 40s.

“He’s a young energetic, bright football coach who brings 10 years of coordinating experience with him,” said Gundy in a statement. “He’s been successful and his innovative system has helped win games everywhere he’s been.”

That system, a 3-3-5 base, has seen success in recent years in the passheavy Big 12. TCU went to the national championship game, Kansas State won the conference and Iowa State is consistently a top-ranked defense in the country with the scheme.

With three down lineman and five defensive backs, the defense emphasizes stopping the pass, and if done effectively, can also stop the run, albeit it is easier for offenses to run against a

3-3-5. It requires a lot of speed and athleticism to rush the passer and make open field tackles, but this defense is flexible and rising in popularity across football.

Nardo’s defense emulates Iowa State’s under Jon Heacock, the No. 2 ranked defense in yards per game in the country last season, and No. 8 in 2021.

Entering next season, OSU brought in five defenders from the transfer portal, and retained five starters from last season. The Cowboys defense next season will be a new look in many ways: scheme, personnel and the play caller.

Projected defensive starters:

DE: Collin Oliver

DT: Anthony Goodlow (transfer)

DE: Kody Walterscheid or Ben Kopenski

LB: Justin Wright (transfer)

LB: Xavier Benson

LB: Nickolas Martin or Donovan Stephens

CB: Korie Black

CB: Cam Smith

CB: LarDarius Webb Jr. (transfer)

S: Kendal Daniels

S: Sean Michael Flanagan or Lyrick Rawls

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On Tuesday, Oklahoma State announced Bryan Nardo as Co-Defensive Coordinator along with Joe Bob Clements. Nardo, from Gannon University, will help replace the void of former defensive coordinator Derek Mason, who stepped down in January.

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John-Michael Wright led OSU with 18 points and made four 3-pointers, but it wasn’t enough to make up for defensive lapses.

“Yeah, we just kept trading baskets, man,” Wright said. “We were getting good looks, we were scoring, but we just didn’t get it done on the defensive end. And you know, you can’t

win like that, especially on the road in the Big 12.”

Texas only out-rebounded OSU 14-11, but the Longhorns took advantage of their second chances, outscoring the Cowboys 16-4 on those opportunities. Forwards Dylan Disu and Dillion Mitchell combined for nine of those offensive rebounds.

“Got hit in the mouth and just didn’t respond all game,” Wright said.

“They beat us pretty bad on the offensive rebounding. They got a lot of second chance-points off that... That’s the game right there. We just weren’t

tough.”

Guard Avery Anderson was part of the offensive surge that kept the Cowboys in the game during the Texas scoring runs, dishing out seven firsthalf assists and finishing with nine. But he picked up his fourth foul with 11:26 left in the game, then, after subbing back in with five minutes remaining, fouled out 17 seconds later.

The Cowboys committed 26 fouls – the most this season – and Texas made them pay. The Longhorns made 19 of 20 second-half free throws, which flattened comeback attempts.

What has been a strength all year was suddenly a weak point. Most nights, 75 points would be enough to earn the Cowboys a win. But that wasn’t the case Tuesday.

“We knew that there were things that we had to do to get the job done – namely, on the defensive end and holding them to one-shot possessions,” coach Mike Boynton said. “... and we didn’t. That’s what really really hurts right now.”

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John Michael Wright and the Cowboys lost their fourth straight away game with an 89-75 loss to Texas on Tuesday night.

Spears online MBA program ranks as one of nation’s best

Mallory Pool Staff Reporter

The results are in, and OSU ranks once again.

OSU’s online master of business administration program has been recognized as one of the nation’s best with Tuesday’s release of the U.S. News and World Report for 2023 Best Online Programs rankings. The online MBA program within Spears School of Business at OSU is tied for No. 27 in this year’s rankings. This makes it the second consecutive year OSU has earned a top 30 ranking.

Ken Eastman, the dean of Spears School of Business, is grateful for the faculty of OSU and their contribution toward the ranking.

“The online MBA program’s accession in the rankings can be attributed to the dedicated efforts of our faculty and staff,” Eastman said. “We believe our program is one of the best in the country, and it is nice to continue to be recognized annually in these prestigious rankings.”

The ranking for Spears’ MBA online program competes against over 370 colleges and universities observed. It was also ranked as third best of the Big 12 Conference schools. The program furthers its climb in the U.S. News and World Report list, moving from No. 40 in 2020 to No. 32 in 2021 and finally, No. 28 in 2022, for the past three years.

On top of the program receiving the prestigious recognition, the overall online program for business masters degree choices at Spears School of Business and the online MBA program for veterans were admired and honored as the country’s best by U.S. News and World Report. Several aspects were considered when determining these rankings including the value students receive, teaching practices and quality of faculty.

OSU was tied at No. 18 for online MBA programs for services for veterans. In online graduate school business options, except for the MBA program, OSU was tied for No. 75.

U.S. News and World Report ranks programs annually that let students complete undergraduate and graduate degrees using online learning technology. The rankings and lists are based on school surveys and have information such as graduation rates, admission data, faculty credentials and validity, best instructional practices, technology quality and program reputation among recognized business schools across the country.

At OSU, the MBA option at Spears School of Business continues to see unmatched growth as the three combined options, the on-campus program in Stillwater, Professional MBA in Tulsa and the online program, experience a 50% increase in enrollment since 2020.

To learn more about online business graduate school at OSU, including the ranked MBA, visit business.okstate.edu.

To view the entire list from U.S. News and World Report 2023 Best Online MBA Programs rankings, go to their website.

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OSU’s online master of business administration program has been recognized as one of the nation’s best with Tuesday’s release of the U.S. News and World Report for 2023 Best Online Programs rankings.

But ballroom dancing has especially been a draw for older immigrants in Southern California, not only as an art form popular in their countries of origin but also one that’s embraced, recognized and accessible in the U.S.

“Lots of immigrant communities — Chinese, Vietnamese, Filipino — have ballroom dance studios,” said Carolina San Juan, director of graduate mentoring for the academic advancement program at UCLA, who did her master’s thesis on Filipino American ballroom dancers. “It’s ours, ballroom dancing belongs to us, and when I say us, I mean all immigrants. Lots of immigrant communities, not just Asians.”

A 2007 scholarly article from the Journal of Asian American Studies noted that although dance studios are “ubiquitous” across Southern California, only a few existed expressly for internationalstyle ballroom dancing, with the largest located in Asian American enclaves such as Monterey Park — a city several miles east of downtown Los Angeles.

“Interestingly, none of these studios exist in Los Angeles’ fashionable Westside or in the Santa Monica or Malibu areas,” wrote the article’s author, George Uba. “Nor do any exist in the demographically white areas of Ventura County or in upscale Santa Barbara. One triangular sector of the Asian-populated San Gabriel Valley has more of these large international dance studios than does all of Orange County.”

In an email to the Los Angeles Times, Uba, a professor emeritus and former department head of English at Cal State Northridge, said older Asian immigrants go ballroom dancing primarily for the exercise, to socialize and for “the aesthetic properties of the dance.”

“Dance studios like Star and Lai Lai with their afternoon tea dances and evening dance ‘parties’ are not only filled with AAPI dancers but are primarily devoted to the social dancers, not the competition-level international-style dancers,” Uba said.

Ballroom dancing experienced a surge in popularity with middle-aged professionals in both Asia and the U.S. at the end of the 20th century, helped along by televised ballroom competitions and popular films.

The middling 2004 American ballroom dancing movie “Shall We Dance?” starring Richard Gere, Jennifer Lopez and Susan Sarandon was actually a remake of a more well-received 1996 Japanese film of the same name, starring Koji Yakusho as an adrift office worker who decides to take up ballroom dancing.

The original “Shall We

Dance?” swept top film awards in Japan, where some ballroom dancing competitions at the time could draw as many as 20,000 spectators. It also struck a social chord, arriving at a time of loosening social mores in Japan.

Ballroom dance had also grown popular in other Asian nations, such as the Philippines, as well as with immigrant diasporas.

“It was so popular at the time, the early 2000s, that there would be Filipino Americans who would pool their money together to get a visa from dance instructors from Manila to come to the U.S. to teach them the latest dancing moves from Manila,” said San Juan.

In 2019, “Walk Run ChaCha,” a 20-minute documentary directed by Laura Nix, told the story of two older Vietnamese refugees, Chipaul and Millie Cao, who had thrown

themselves into ballroom dancing at Lai Lai Ballroom & Studio in Alhambra — where bystanders disarmed the Star Ballroom shooter before he could potentially carry out a second massacre.

“I work as an engineer. We work full time. We can afford to retire. Our daughter has her own life right now,” Chipaul Cao narrates in the documentary, which was Oscarnominated for documentary short. “So we go to the club at least four nights per week, taking group lesson, private lesson, and dance on the floor three hours in the evening. Why am I spending so much time dancing? Am I crazy?”

Cao added, “We know we don’t have a lot of time left. We’re making up for the lost time.”

Minn Vo, 46, who runs a jazz dance ensemble called Hollywood Hotshots, knew the slain owner of the Star Ball-

room, Ming Wei Ma, 72, and paid tribute to the welcoming space that Ma had fostered at the Star Ballroom for all sorts of dancers.

“He was really passionate and generous,” Vo said. The club “brought the community together. Rich, poor, there was no class there. It was Asianowned but really diverse. This is so really devastating. All my memories from there now are gone.”

Hamamoto, the professional dancer, urged dancers to keep dancing.

“We go through the toughest parts of life by moving our bodies,” she said. “Dancing is an escape, and I hope we don’t run away from studios too. We have to keep this community alive.”

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After police tape was taken down Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023, people were able to view the crime scene inside the Star Dance Studio Ballroom, where Huu Can Tran is accused of shooting and killing 11 people and injuring others during the Monterey Park mass shooting that took place Saturday night. (Allen J. Schaben/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

“Variety of training opportunities” FAPC announces upcoming events in 2023

Rheagan Stinnett Staff Reporter

Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center offers a wide variety of training opportunities to food industry professionals throughout the year.

Chuck Willoughby, business and marketing relations manager, said 2023’s events will make an impact.

“FAPC has developed a nationally recognized reputation for pertinent quality trainings, especially those that are food safety related,” Willoughby said. “Nearly all of the training participants work for companies that also received technical and business assistance, whether it be at their respective facilities or in the pilot plant at FAPC. The relationship FAPC has with the food industry, particularly in Oklahoma, is unique.”

Designed for food business entrepreneurs, The Basic Training Workshop will help participants address issues through business planning assistance, market identification, strategies, and an explanation of food processing regulations. The one day training will be offered Feb. 16, June 15 and Oct. 19.

Participants can expect small-group exchanges and guest speakers from government and industry assistance.

The Homemade Food Freedom Act workshop will focus on the requirements of safely producing food and drink products made in the home for resale under this new law. This training is designed to meet the Homemade Food Freedom Act’s training requirements and will help producers provide safe products and stay within the law guidelines. Open to the public, this workshop is offered in different locations across Oklahoma on Feb. 21, March 30, April 13, July 20, Sept. 27 and Nov. 8.

The Internal Auditor Course is a one-day course informing food companies on how to conduct internal audits against Global Food and Safety Initiative standards. Training will take place Feb. 23, May 25 and Aug. 10.

Next, The Accredited Basic HACCP workshop covers designing a Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points plan. This two-day workshop will be offered on Feb. 28-March 1, Sept. 20-21 and Dec. 6-7.

The Food Defense and Food Fraud workshop will discuss the threat of intentional contamination of the U.S. food supply. The workshop, offered on March 8, will help managers and supervisors of food processing establishments know how to identify potential risks to food protection in their facilities.

Playing in the Dough is a hands-

on workshop instructed by Renee Nelson, FAPC milling and baking specialist, for beginner bakers. Participants will learn tips and tricks as they bake with whole wheat and refined white flour. This workshop is scheduled for March 23.

The Safe Quality Foods workshop – Edition 9 is based on developing and implementing Safe Quality Food (SQF) Systems. This workshop is offered April 11-12 based on the SQF code, Edition 9 for manufacturing, and will provide information for participants to understand the SQF program.

The FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food (Part 2) is offered twice: April 25 and July 27. This blended course has two parts. Those who complete Part 1 online can attend a Part 2 in-person taught by an FSPCA Lead instructor. Both parts must be completed to receive the FSPCA Certificate of Training.

Sanitation in the Food Industry is a comprehensive day-long lecture designed to provide the essentials of sanitation in food-manufacturing plants. This event will be offered May 4 and Oct. 12.

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their teams, and consultants with the skills and knowledge to implement the Standard on-site.

Specialized for the baking industry, All You Knead to Know - An Artisan and Grain workshop participants will learn about OSU’s wheat breeding program, the different kinds of flour on the market and baking techniques through hands-on activities. This program will take place on May 17.

FAPC will hold a public Food Labeling workshop on June 7-8 to provide information about FDA food labeling regulations and related subjects to the regulated industry, particularly small businesses and startups. Topics will include mandatory label elements, nutrition labeling requirements, health and nutrition claims, the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 and special labeling issues such as exemptions.

Playing in the Dough- Pies! workshop, Sept. 12., is a hands-on workshop for beginning bakers taught by Renee Nelson, FAPC milling and baking specialist. Attendees will learn how to make a light and flakey pie crust for a picture-perfect pie.

For more information about the upcoming events and registration payment, contact Karen Smith, workshop coordinator, at 405-744-6277.

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Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center offers a wide variety of training opportunities to food industry professionals throughout the year.

Lifestyle

Tony and Grammy Award winner Odom Jr. to perform at McKnight Center

The film will release in October.

Adam Engel Editor-in-Chief

A big-time Broadway talent is Stillwater bound.

Tony and Grammy-Award winner Leslie Odom Jr. will perform at OSU’s McKnight Center on April 28 and 29, according to a press release.

Odom replaces fellow “Hamilton” star Renée Elise Goldsberry, who was originally scheduled for those days. She canceled because of a change in filming schedules. The McKnight Center hoped to bring her back in the future.

All previously bought tickets for Goldsberry’s performances remain valid for Odom’s shows.

Odom starred as Aaron Burr in “Hamilton” and won a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical. A New York City native, he debuted on Broadway at 17 in “RENT.” He also received Emmy Awards and Academy Award nominations for his achievements in theatre, television, film and music. He recently starred in Netflix’s “Knives Out: Glass Onion.”

Odom is working on production to a sequel to “The Exorcist.”

“We are thrilled to welcome Leslie Odom Jr. to our stage this April,” said Mark Blakeman, the Marilynn and Carl Thoma Executive Director of the McKnight Center. “Mr. Odom Jr. has a vast repertoire, and he delivers a charismatic performance that we know will captivate the audience.”

Odom also performed in Apple TV+’s “Central Park,” Disney+’s “Hamilton.” You can also find him in “Abbott Elementary,” “The Proud Family,” “Louder and Prouder,” “Love in the Times of Corona” and other. He is also a BMG recording artist and released four full-length albums. He will release his first children’s book, cowritten with Nicolette Robinson, “I Love You and More than You’ll Ever Know” on March 28.

For more information or to buy tickets, visit the mcknightcenter. org or call 405-7449999. Single ticket prices begin at $41.

“In-demand artists like Ms. Goldsberry are always managing multiple projects at once,” Blakeman said. “We know this cancelation is disappointing for her fans, but we’re positive they’ll love Mr Odom, Jr.’s performance.”

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Tony and Grammy-Award winner actor Leslie Odom Jr. will perform at the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts on April 28 and 29.

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“The Nike Training Club” Review

Baylor Bryant Staff Reporter

Netflix is more than streaming videos.

“The Nike Training Club” is the new collaboration in form of exercise between Nike and Netflix. The training offers a total of 30 hours of sessions and is free with an already existing Netflix subscription.

At OSU, the Colvin Recreation Center offers students free admission and use of most of its facilities including weight training machines, treadmills, full length basketball courts, etc.

Around this time of the year gyms can be packed with people and some people might feel anxious about working out in front of other people and wor-

ried about crowds.

Classes might make it hard for students to make it time to go to the gym. For people who’s New Year’s resolution is to start working out or for people who have been working out for a long time, the “Nike Training Club” workouts are a great way to get exercise fast and in the comfort of your own dorm, apartment or anywhere else that you have down time.

“The Nike Training Club” includes 10 different sections with each section having anywhere from three to 26 episodes within them.

The sessions have a huge variety for everyone, from 10-minute workouts, to 30-minute, to bodyweight burn and more. To test how the “Nike Training Club ‘’ workouts compared to gyms such as the Colvin I tried out a few of

the many programs that Netflix has to offer.

To start, I tried “10-Min HIT: Upper Body Blast.” In just 10 minutes I was able to get a high intensity upper body workout that was well coached and very diverse with the muscle groups it hit. I was able to get a decent workout in the short amount of time I had in between two classes.

Following that workout I tried the “20-Min Bodyweight Burn: Core Strength.” The curve of difficulty and intensity goes up from the 10-minute workouts, and what is great about this particular core workout was the level of self control with the intensity and volume.

The instructors kept it very simple and easy to understand and allowed for some difficulty curves for people who

want a more intense workout or people who want a more relaxed one.

Finally, I tried the yoga session “Feel-Good Fitness: Feel-Good Flow.” The session was about seven minutes long and offered a nice and easy fullbody exercise, guiding the viewers with breathing techniques and stretching out tight muscles.

“The Nike Training Club” is great for people who want to start slow or for those looking for a simple and easy exercise. The Colvin is still a valid way to get in daily exercising, running or weightlifting, but Netflix’s Nike sessions are a perfectly good substitute as well if you prefer to exercise at home.

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“The Nike Training Club” is the new collaboration in form of exercise between Nike and Netflix.

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Daily Horoscope

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Today’s Birthday (01/26/23). Communicate, share and express to grow this year. Realize personal dreams with organization, discipline and coordination. Winter challenges shift domestic priorities, inspiring springtime creativity, connection and collaboration. Making a professional adjustment this summer motivates autumn investigations, research and studies. Make valuable connections and collaborations. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is an 8 — Take extra time for yourself. You can’t help others if you’re burned out. Ignore rumors or gossip. Relax with a bubble bath and candles.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 7 — Rest and recharge. Revise plans around a delay. Minimize risks and fuss. Process recent changes in peaceful reflection. Cloak yourself in refreshing privacy.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is an 8 — Patiently translate a miscommunication on your team. Diplomacy can resolve a controversy. Keep the ball rolling for shared goals. Do what you promised.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is a 9 — You can pass a professional test. Postpone travel. Prepare for excellence. Your work is in the spotlight. Make an important connection. Discuss interesting possibilities.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 9 — You’re gaining valuable skills. Explore fascinating subjects and options. Discuss ideas privately. Misunderstandings abound. Rumors spread like wildfire. Keep secrets. Write your discoveries. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is an 8 — Collaborate without controversy. Misunderstandings can spark with mild provocation. Patiently contribute to the family pot. Pennies saved are pennies earned. Reduce energy consumption.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is an 8 — Discussions could go nowhere. Avoid irritating your partner. Patiently wait for developments. Do what you said you would. Provide quiet support behind the scenes.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is an 8 — Prioritize your work, health and energy. Avoid gossip or distracting chatter. Get your heart pumping. Nurture yourself with exercise, great food and rest.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is an 8 — Relax. Keep your sense of humor with delays or miscommunications. Connect with nature, friends and family. Share a romantic sunset with someone special. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — Domestic discussions could devolve. Focus on practical, simple shared priorities. Avoid controversial subjects for now. Love is the answer to most family questions. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is an 8 — Words can get twisted. Patiently clarify and simplify. Repetition helps. Ignore worries. Focus on here and now. Stay present in the current conversation.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 9 — Put love into your work and profit. Your enthusiasm is contagious. Clarify and simplify your elevator pitch. Distill ideas into catchy statements. Make lucrative connections.

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