Your body is remarkably adaptable based on what you ask it to do. And to keep getting stronger, it needs the right kind of challenge over time. That’s the idea behind progressive overload, a principle in strength training programs that often involves increasing the weight you lift, the reps, or the intensity. Exercise scientists have […]
The New York Times has launched a fascinating, interactive series about brain health on its website. Five days of challenges let you test your knowledge, learn about brain-healthy foods and workouts, play a game, and schedule five appointments. “Practicing basic healthy behaviors, like eating nutritious food and getting regular exercise, is the best way to enhance […]
Here’s a no-brainer of a dinner — excellent protein that stays tender and juicy even if a bit overcooked. This “meal in a pan” recipe, adapted from Simply Recipes, benefits from any seasoning bland. A squeeze or grating of citrus pulls everything together. Makes 4 servings Ingredients Directions If you’re ready to create a personalized […]
You’ve already lived through more fad diets than you can probably count. Remember when grapefruit was supposed to melt fat? Or when cabbage soup was the answer to everything? Now it’s the Kardashians and lollipops, or tea, or … The packaging has changed. The promise hasn’t. And they’re still just trying to separate you from […]
January has a way of inviting fresh starts. Sometimes, people want to make permanent changes to their health and fitness habits. But sometimes a short-term experiment can yield benefits and added awareness. Here are two popular options you might have heard of: Dry January (a month without alcohol) and Veganuary (a month without animal products). […]
If you’re wracking your brain for a last-minute edible gift, whip up a batch of this low-sugar, high-protein granola. Dried cranberries, crystallized ginger, and fragrant warm spices give this blend a holiday vibe. But the basic formula can easily be customized with whatever nuts, seeds, and dried fruits you have on hand—package them in jars […]
No matter where you are in your fitness journey, the holidays can through you off track if you’re not careful. The parties alone are a problem for many of us. The cocktails, the heavy appetizers, the irresistible desserts (that often end up being, you know, not even worth it). Well, by now you’ve navigated a […]
You don’t have to spend a fortune or every moment at the gym to feel, move, and look better at any age. Just practice these common-sense habits, commonly known today as “self-care.” You might read this list and say, “Well, of course!” But print it out and keep it handy until you’ve incorporated all these […]
Here’s a handy recipe for any time of year. We always need healthy, delicious CHOCOLATE, right? Great for breakfast or snacking, and fun to bake with little visitors. Makes 12. From Tastes Better from Scratch. INGREDIENTS: • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour • 1/3 cup granulated sugar • 1/3 cup […]
When Pat moved to a new town in her 60s, she quickly visited the local animal shelter to volunteer. Pat has always been an animal-lover, and she thought volunteering would be a good way to meet people and learn about the community. And she was right. She made new friends and found purpose in serving animals, many […]
