As an avid non-morning person, I barely have time to shower and look presentable let alone eat a sensible and healthy breakfast. It is usually a piece of whole wheat bread and a banana I stuff into my mouth the moment I get to work. The day continues with a latte and a chicken sandwich <... >
You can’t watch TV, read a magazine or go into a pharmacy these days without seeing a new, breakthrough anti-aging cream or serum. Yet, one has to wonder that If good skin really comes from the inside out, then shouldn’t you be more concerned with what you put inside you than on you? It just <... >
Tired of heading to the same gym and hitting the same old machines with the same old trainer? I sure was and finally decided to tap into my creative side with JUKARI Fit to Fly, an hour-long workout with a durable three-stranded rope that’s fixed to the ceiling. And if that’s not enough, it has <... >
With corporate implemented ‘Summer Fridays’, long weekends dedicated to lounging beach side and the general laid-back vibe taken during the dog days of summer, our usual ‘strong as steel’ will-power falls wayside to ice cold fruity cocktails, gluttonous BBQs and an affinity towards sitting indoors with the air conditioner on full blast. Our September Fit <... >
The phrase, “I am hungry” comes up way too often. I bet you’re probably hungry at this very moment. Although it’s completely normal to feel hunger, many of us don’t actually know what real hunger feels like. “Any kind of sensation or emotion has people reaching for food,” says Shelly Lummus, RN, FNP, and director <... >
While many of the consequences of our currently bleak financial times are very easy to spot, such as business closings, a peculiarly quiet Fifth Avenue and the constant front page doom and gloom regarding U.S. economics, there are some issues, specifically in regards to personal health, which are a bit harder to diagnose as ‘recession <... >
It was right around Memorial Day when my membership at a crowded, uninspiring gym that shall remain nameless ended, and I decided it was time to try something new for the summer. This would be the first time in a long time that I would be without a gym membership, and I was excited to <... >
Whether you’re sick of hearing about the economy, stressed about the economy, or haven’t noticed a change in the economy (lucky!), saving money is always important. If you’re anything like me, running outside gets boring fast and a change of pace and exercise is necessary to calm that workout A.D.D. That’s why I asked 3-time <... >
Now that summer is finally starting to peak its head and show its true colors, you may be tempted to blow off the gym for a relaxing day at the pool. Well, who says you have to choose one or the other? Why not get the best of both worlds–a tan and a sick body <... >
The serious summer weather is upon us and these fit finds are sure to help you stay cool, sexy, healthy and in shape throughout it all. Personal training by the world’s top coaches used to be available only to the Hollywood elite or the economically fortuitous, but with NextFit Keychain Trainer, the rest of us <... >
Busy New Yorkers know all to well that sometimes stress, travel, antibiotic use and infections can wreck havoc on your body. This also leaves you vulnerable to uncomfortable digestive problems that no one likes to admit to (like gas, bloating and constipation). All too familiar with these issues? Join the club! Probiotics, found in supplements <... >
I despise working out. Running? Boooorring. Weight-training? Why lift heavy objects? 30-Day Shread? Jillian became my nemesis and I left a loser. The hip hop class that I became the guinea pig for during a previous article was more humiliating than gratifying. I was forced into yoga out of desperation. I work in the media <... >
Stress is no stranger to modern Americans. With job cuts occurring everyday and health and family issues helter-skelter, stress seems to be a mainstay in our lives. However, with proper techniques and an optimistic mindset, stress can easily transform into positive energy. We recently sat down with psychologist, achievement coach and author of Positive Directions, <... >
June’s Fit Finds are devoted to wellness in the times of pandemics, indoor exercise in the (hopefully!) impending hot summer days, and of course we couldn’t resist adding in a cool new low-calorie beverage sure to tingle the taste buds, while keeping your waistline in check. Stay healthy, fit, and refreshed this June with these <... >
Working out is great. If you’re a beginner, it may be tough to get in the groove of things at first, but it’s a scientific fact that people feel happier after a heart-pumping workout. Whatever your feel-good exercise of choice is, it’s important to remember to follow it with a proper post-workout recovery routine. A <... >
Closet Confession: I’m a techy at heart, a lover of all advancements in the realm of cyber world, a quintessential computer nerd. Luckily, my inner geek makes sure to dress the part of trendy Manhattanhite so no one is the wiser! This month, I’m playing up my techy roots and showcasing some of the latest <... >
The Upper West Side is a quiet nook of Manhattan that is known for its ‘family friendly’ atmosphere and of course, its proximity to Central Park. As a ‘below 14th street’ dweller myself, I have always been skeptical of Upper Manhattan. Gyms seem to be few and far between as most of these urban dwellers <... >
In honor of Earth Day, our April Fit Finds will be devoted to everything healthy, green, and eco-conscious. As we all know, our downward spiraling environment was an important topic during this year’s presidential debates and our new president seems hard at work on this issue. But you don’t have to be in the spotlight <... >
When it comes to fitness, I’m no couch potato. In fact, I’m quite the opposite. I danced competitively during most of my adolescent years, run almost every day, and after hearing a tip from Kelly Ripa (and I always listen to what Kelly has to say) started taking 2-3 times a week classes at Physique <... >
The most frustrating part of trying to eat healthy is that sometimes, even when you think you’re making good nutritious choices, you’re unknowingly derailing your diet, and with salads, the quintessential health food for dieters, this issue comes up a lot! Read on for our Top Six Salad Do’s and Don’ts that will help you <... >
