Last fall, my septuagenarian father touched the hearts of countless people and became a bit of a social media sensation when he was stopped on the street and interviewed about his fitness routine for the popular @BodyByMark. When asked for “the one key” to a long, healthy life, his kicker was gold: “Get up when … Read more
No matter your kid’s age, there’s no better time of the year — it’s summer everyone! — to get them excited about exercise. And the best time to start is when your kids are super young. “Those years are the best time for your kids to find the fun in being active,” Abigail Allen, MD, … Read more
Ever find yourself walking through a local park feeling a tad curious — and jealous — as to how a group of New Yorkers found themselves on a gorgeous summer day, sunshine dappling through trees, doing synchronized chaturanga movements or lunges on a grassy lawn? Well, wonder no more. This summer, that person can be … Read more
Don’t let the heat wave turn you into a couch potato. Whether you’re a gym junkie or prefer to sweat it out solo, equipping yourself with the right tools is key to scoring those fitness goals. Avoid getting lost in the plethora of trendy brands that have muddled the playing field and stick with the … Read more
Not drinking enough fluids during the summer can land you in hot water. Water makes up roughly 60% of your body weight — dehydration happens when you don’t replenish the fluids you lose to sweat, tears, and urine. Most people don’t drink enough water, with 75% of Americans considered chronically dehydrated. Severe dehydration can cause serious … Read more
If you want to improve your relationship to your fitness goals, start by getting your daily habits into shape. Alexis Dreiss, a 28-year-old NYC-based fitness instructor and personal trainer who works at the Training Lab and Absolute Power, said that in addition to getting 10,000 steps a day, people should incorporate a fitness routine to … Read more