As you flow through a yoga class or a reformer workout at your Pilates studio, your instructor might encourage you to “connect your mind with your body” as you, say, practice sun salutations or roll ups in order to truly get the most out of the movement. It’s a concept that’s hard to grasp, especially […]
There must be at least a gazillion ways to get your cardio in—okay, we’re exaggerating, but you feel us, right? It can be tough to determine if one cardiovascular workout is better than another: Is it better to run or walk? Go for a run or go to spin class? What about rowing vs. cycling? […]
As we enter our season of themes, where each member brings a bottle and we taste blind, I will only highlight a few of the best (or most interesting) wines of the week. — 1st May – vintages ending in a 4. Pouilly-Fume, Rambauilt, 2004. A touch smoky initially but mostly aromatic with a greenness. […]
Pilates has been around for more than a century, but the exercise method has never been more popular than it is today. In 2023, nearly 12 million Americans reported practicing Pilates, an increase of 15 percent from the year before. Google searches for “Pilates” have tripled over the past five years, with the market expected […]
Almonds are extremely versatile, as they can be consumed in any form – raw, soaked, peeled, or with the peel. Almonds, in any form, are nutritious and contribute to various health benefits such as weight management, controlling blood sugar, lowering bad cholesterol, and promoting skin health, among others. The nutritional profile and health benefits make […]