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Are Stronger Kids Smarter Kids in NYC?

We all know the benefits of good physical exercise are for your health. It’s why we see so many people running through Central park or walking the streets of the city. A healthy and active life yields many benefits that have been very well documented in the past, but now research is suggesting that there’s […]

You like to lift. Maybe you even like to lift heavy. But you know you love the rush you experience when pumping iron. And here’s the thing, when your spine’s in alignment, your central nervous system is a happy camper. And that means your performance is optimal. All gain. No pain. It doesn’t get better […]

Whether you trip and fall on an icy sidewalk, on the way up the stairs, or boarding a bus, you can really hurt yourself. It happens to the best of us. And when we take a tumble and hurt ourselves, it’s often the case that rehabilitation is in our future. Elderly people are especially prone […]

Sciatica is a painful condition which may be episodic or chronic. Not a genuine condition unto itself, sciatica is, rather, a symptom of an underlying concern. So, while it’s good to know about DIY solutions to sciatic pain, it’s also necessary that you discuss your sciatic pain with a clinical professional. This serves to apprehend […]

Running in Manhatten, particularly Central Park is one of the best known features of New York City. We see joggers in the park every day, keeping fit and healthy and active. But did you know that running a certain amount each week has been shown to actually slow down the aging process? While we know […]

Believe it or not, the way you stand and sit can have a powerful impact on the way you feel, psychologically. While all our moods aren’t necessarily governed by our physical posture, it does make a difference in the way we feel. When we’re feeling gloomy and negative, could it be our slouching that’s at […]

An important thing to understand about knee pain is that it can happen to anyone. You needn’t be elderly. You needn’t be overweight or an elite athlete. Knee pain can hit anyone, any time. And it really hurts, because without our knee joints, we’re not up to much. They’re a cornerstone of mobility. So, this […]

We’ve all got bad habits. I have them, too. But when it comes to lower back pain, bad habits may be the source of the problem. People who sit at work (or at home) for long periods, who slouch and who have weakened muscle tone are especially at risk. Those with weak core muscles (abdominals, […]

You don’t have to go far to find a sugary drink in Manhatten. Every cafe, convenience store and restaurant serves them. Have a Coke with your meal, or just to drink while walking down the street, and nobody thinks anything of it. If you’re watching your weight, sugary drinks are the worst. Because they don’t […]

Our bodies consist, to a very great degree, of water. It’s the life force. And we all know that hydrating ourselves with enough water every day is crucial. We know we need water. Most of us know that we can’t live very long if we don’t drink it. That’s because it’s so essential to our […]