12 Ways to Be Well in 2026

Every January arrives with fresh goals and renewed hope—new habits, new routines, new beginnings. But wellness isn’t something we check off at the start of the year. It’s something we return to again and again, through small, consistent acts of care.

That idea is what inspired 12 Ways to Be Well in 2026, a year-long guide to local voices, spaces, and experiences that support well-being in its many forms. Because wellness looks different in every season. Sometimes it means slowing down and restoring; other times it means strengthening, exploring, or reconnecting. Across Coastal Virginia, local businesses and organizations are thoughtfully creating space for wellness that evolves with us.

The Riva MEDSPA Difference

At Riva MEDSPA, care is physician-led, personalized, and rooted in whole-person wellness. Every plan begins with

comprehensive testing and a deeper understanding of how your body works together—not just isolated symptoms. 

Hormone Optimization 

Bioidentical, plant-derived hormone therapy designed to restore energy, clarity, mood, sleep, libido, and metabolic balance. 

Emsculpt Neo® 

GLP-1 Weight Loss 

Physician-supervised, personalized care that supports safe weight loss while improving blood sugar, inflammation, and overall health. 

Explore Care at Riva MEDSPA 

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare Launches Mom Mobile to Support New Mothers at Home

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare launched the Mom Mobile, a postpartum program delivering in-home nurse support to new mothers. Services include breastfeeding assistance, mental health screenings, health checks, essential supplies, and community referrals, improving maternal and infant outcomes while reducing readmissions across the region for local families.

The Mom Mobile brings trained postpartum nurses directly to families’ homes during the critical weeks after birth. Nurses provide personalized care, answer questions, and help mothers feel supported as they transition home.

By addressing gaps created by shorter hospital stays, the program strengthens follow-up care and connects families to vital resources. The initiative aims to create healthier starts for both mothers and babies throughout the community.

Learn More at https://chesapeakeregional.com/about-us/news-media/mom-mobile

The Well VB: A New Way To Feel

At The Well VB, wellness is both deeply personal and profoundly renewing, a place where grounded care meets elevated experience. Our space was created to help people return to themselves, offering massage therapy, contrast therapy, float sessions, and restorative body treatments that blend clinical skill with a nurturing, intentional touch. We focus on making every guest feel seen, heard, and genuinely supported, honoring both the science of the body and the human need for comfort. Whether someone arrives seeking relief, balance, or a moment to simply breathe, The Well VB exists to meet them with presence and precision — so they can leave feeling lighter, restored, and truly well again.

Learn More at thewellvb.com/

Discover Healthy Meals For Your Lifestyle at Clean Eatz

Fuel your lifestyle with fresh, healthy meals from Clean Eatz. Enjoy 50% off your first custom meal plan (up to 10 meals, new customers only—offer ends 6/30/26). Stop by their Chesapeake or Virginia Beach locations for convenient, nutritious meals, smoothies, and grab-and-go options perfect for busy days.

Wellness that Fits Your Goals with Wellness & Sports Dietetics

Clean Living Meets Local Goodness at Simply Sourced

Healthy living doesn’t have to be complicated. In a world filled with confusing labels, virtual health advice, and so-called “miracle” fixes, Simply Sourced brings wellness back to what truly matters. From local, organic foods and clean pantry essentials to high-quality, food-based supplements, non-toxic home and body products, and small-batch goods from trusted local artisans, everything is thoughtfully chosen with your well-being in mind. Through personalized assessments, friendly and knowledgeable guidance, and monthly community events, Simply Sourced helps you experience a more natural, balanced approach to optimal wellness—right here in your community.

Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists is Leading Orthopaedic Care for Life in Motion

Life is better in motion—and Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists is here to keep you moving. With leading orthopaedic care and four convenient locations across Hampton Roads, their expert team helps patients recover, strengthen, and thrive through every stage of life. From injury treatment to ongoing wellness, Atlantic Ortho combines advanced care with compassionate service so you can get back to doing what you love—pain free and confidently.

What’s Happening This Winter at Virginia Beach Rec Centers

This winter, Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation is offering a dynamic lineup of programs for all ages and interests, blending fitness, fun, and creativity throughout the season. Adults can enjoy scenic outdoor walks with the Mind Over Miles Walking Club, build confidence in the water with adult swim lessons, or sharpen their reflexes in table tennis pick-up games. For those looking to try something new, beginner pickleball sessions and traditional Classical Japanese Karate provide structured instruction and skill-building, while Free Bystander CPR Training offers an opportunity to learn life-saving skills with certified trainers. Creative spirits can unwind and connect through Watercolor Basics, and families can come together for an energetic and laughter-filled Karaoke Night. With activities ranging from wellness and sports to arts and community gatherings, VB Parks & Rec delivers something for everyone to stay active, inspired, and connected all winter long.

👉 Explore the full activity guide & join at: VBRecCenters.com