Tony, a lifelong tennis player, is now in his mid-50s. When he started noticing his game wasn’t as sharp as it used to be, he thought gym workouts might help restore his power and relieve some pain. However, the trainer he used ignored Tony’s personal needs and past injuries, even when Tony said he didn’t […]
Okra is a staple of the American South: fried, pickled, and stirred into gumbos. It’s also the primary component of a popular North Indian dish called bhindi (okra) masala, the inspiration behind this recipe, lightly adapted from William Stark Dissen’s “Thoughtful Cooking: Recipes in the New South.” Bursting with bright curry spices and fresh herbs, […]
For some reason, we’ve noticed resistance among some people to stretching before and after working out. We’re not sure why, but let’s review just a few of the main benefits of stretching. Generally, there are two types of stretches around workouts. It increases power, sprinting, jumping, and performance. This is ideal for warming up before […]
When someone asks about your diet, you naturally think about food, right? But what if we expand our ideas about the word “diet” to include everything we consume in other aspects of healthy living? What would your exercise “diet” be? What would your emotional diet, your spiritual diet, etc.? It’s more than just an interesting way to […]
If it seems like everybody wants the newest device or trendy workout, here’s a reminder to try a classic exercise device that delivers on all fronts: the rowing machine. Take a moment to learn proper form. Rowing is simple, but you want to be sure you’re doing it right. You can watch a YouTube video […]
Peter likes to run the trails in his neighborhood and work out on equipment in the park. Maria is crazy about hiking with her weighted backpack. And Joe rides his bike as often as possible, even to the grocery store and his favorite watering hole. These are just three of the responses we received recently […]
At its height of freshness, local sweet corn is delicious straight off the cob. Here, those kernels are tossed together with other summery ingredients and a simple dressing of olive oil and lime juice for a colorful, refreshing salad that’s portable for picnics and potlucks and infinitely adaptable. This recipe is lightly adapted from one […]
Everybody loves pickleball, it seems. But did you know that working out can give you a significant advantage on the court? It’s true. If you want more endurance on the (smaller than tennis) court, more power in your swing, and more ability to make those shots – always smiling – then you must come in […]
If you want to get in shape, you better believe this: Nothing is more important than losing weight! The number on the scale is all that matters! And we have a special deal for you on a certain bridge in Brooklyn! Trust us, folks. Despite society’s focus on it, weight is not always the most […]
Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are a low-fat, low-cost protein source that’s convenient to have on hand. But without the skin and bones to keep them moist and hold them together, they can use some extra TLC in the prep. Here’s one fast and easy idea worth keeping in your back pocket, adapted from a recipe […]
