By Cassi Villanueva 5am. That’s when my day starts, Monday through Sunday, seven days a week. Sure I’ll sleep in occasionally, say if I’m sick or stupid enough to let myself drink too much the night before, but 99% of the time I’m up before the sun. I was raised by a mother who […]
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An Ounce of Prevention
By Cassi Villanueva The twentieth century is an exciting time to live. Technology is so advanced that whether it be completing a last minute task for work or ordering dinner, almost everything can be done at the push of a button. While this gives us the opportunity to fit more into our day, it […]
Fad Foods That Are Causing More Harm than Good
By David Sautter From the bombardment of advertisements that you see while riding the subway or waiting in traffic, you assume that living healthy has caught up to the on-the-go lifestyle. From your organic green juice to your sugar free lattes, it would seem like nutrition has never been easier. The truth of the […]
Beating the Burnout
By Julie Keating We all know the old saying, “there is nothing new under the sun”. The same feels true sometimes when it comes to working out. There are only so many ways to move the body, especially for those of us who are limited by both a busy schedule and space. There are […]
Your Happy Weight!
By Kristen Mullane Has your new love life increased the size of your love handles? You’re not alone. Many couples – especially women – gain weight when they start dating someone new. Romantic bonds and fond memories are often formed around the dynamics of food. Fancy dinners, boozy brunches, greasy take out, and sleeping in […]
Morning Gloryville Health Raves
By Bethany For a lot of people, working out in the morning is the only way to ensure a daily sweat session. A morning run through Prospect Park or cycling over the bridge and back before work sparks that much-needed energy for the day. For some, it’s the only time of day that they can […]
Meet Me for Yogance: The New Social Workout
By Lauren Black Grab your friends, unlace your sneakers and ditch the weights for a day; there’s a new workout in town and it’s the perfect break from your routine. New Yorkers, we’ve once again been treated to a new, eclectic way to work up a sweat, and this time it comes in the form […]