As a certified personal trainer, I can attest to the vital role protein plays, especially for women in their mid-life years. I am constantly reminding midlife women to eat more protein, because: Many women tell me that they feel weaker and old Many women tell me they feel tired during their workouts (if they workout) […]
Sciatica: Total Gym Exercises for Long-Term Relief Part 1 of 3: Strength Maria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PES Picture this: It’s a new day, a fresh start… You wake up, ready to tackle the day, but as soon as you attempt to rise from your slumber, a lightning bolt of pain shoots down your leg, leaving […]
If you watch children or grandchildren regularly, you know, playgrounds are just part of the deal. It’s a great way for kids to expend energy, play with their friends and get exercise. But, it’s also a great chance for you to get in a playground workout! Get your tush off that bench and get in […]
If you really want to upset the running community, try using social media to brag about running a faster-than-average pace without any training—in a race you never registered for or paid to participate in. Alexa Curtis, a “personal brand entrepreneur,” learned that the hard way this Monday, when she posted a lengthy screed about her […]
There are certain yoga poses that almost everyone in class either looks forward to or dreads. One of those is locust pose (aka Salabhasana in Sanskrit). This full-body backbend engages muscles all the way from your neck to your feet, and puts your body in a position we never normally get into during daily life. […]