Osteoporosis: Are you headed for a fall?
byWritten by Betsy Kreuter There is a misconception that bone loss is something that concerns only the elderly when nothing could be further from…
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When dementia strikes the young
byWritten by Ben Freeman Not all dementia is Alzheimer’s, nor does dementia affect people only later in life. In his mid-30s, Andy Nissen of…
High intensity meets high reward at Barry’s
byStepping inside the fitness studio at Barry’s Bootcamp in Scarsdale is like walking into a mini nightclub. Sexy, soft red lighting surrounds guests, while…
Eat with your mind, not your eyes
byStill struggling to get into your cruise wear? With winter stoking your appetite and get-togethers boasting hearty dinner spreads and delicious desserts, it’s challenging…
The fighting game of 914 Krav Maga
byWhen I stepped into 914 Krav Maga for the first time, I wasn’t expecting to learn how to defend myself against an unanticipated knife…
A different kind of vagina monologue
byWritten by Marria Pooya Ladies, while passion has driven you in areas like family, career and volunteering, you may have given less attention to…
Showing mom some love after the baby comes
byWritten by Dayna M. Kurtz Ever wonder why we say “she’s having a baby,” as opposed to “she’s becoming a mother?” While there is…
What’s (self-)love got to do with it?
by“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within in.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson Amour. Amore….
Doing no harm
byWritten by Paul Sethi According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 44 people die every day in the United States from an overdose…
Easy gliders
byBy Kevin Plancher As the team physician for the United States’ men’s and women’s downhill teams, as well as the snowboarding and freestyle teams,…
Health in the new year
by“If you think wellness is expensive, then try illness.” — Unknown As we begin a new year filled with hope, resolutions and motivation, it…
Refresh, revive and rev up for a new year
byThe WAG staff knows just what you’re thinking: The holidays are over and you’re feeling (and looking) a bit sluggish. So two of our…
A home of their own
byThe measure of your life will not be what you will accumulate but in what you give away.” —Wayne W. Dyer, American philosopher In…
Healing, an art and a science
byWritten by Janet T. Langham Some people believe that healing is an art. Others assert it is a science. I prefer to think of healing…
Sculpting a new look
byAs I have maintained, your hair can be your best accessory and also a natural material for artistic expression. We don’t always think of…
Dance fever
byWith the continued rise of high intensity exercise, fitness has become an activity in which the phrase “the harder, the better” is the norm….
Choosing a fitness program that is right for you
byWritten by Kevin Plancher, MD Millions of people are hurt every year on the playing field and in the gym. In our orthopedic practice, we…
An individual tale of courage and hope
byAs someone who immerses himself in the health, wellness and fitness industry every waking moment, I come across many different types of individuals with fascinating…
The agony of da feet
byThere’s a certain beauty associated with a classic pair of high heels. However, the shape of high-heel shoes is meant for holding the foot…
CoolSculpt your trouble spots away
byWritten by Marria Pooya Whether it’s a tummy bulge, love handles or double chin, getting rid of unwanted fat has never been easier. When…