By Debra Westgate-Silva Many of us have a sweet tooth — there’s a biological reason for it. However, too much sugar in the diet can sabotage our attempts to eat healthfully. The American Heart Association recommends consuming no more added sugars than half your daily discretionary calorie allowance. For most American women, this means no … Read more
By Stephanie Santoro As you embrace foods like quinoa and edamame, try yoga and meditation, and get serious about those annual physicals, there’s one connection you might not be making in your quest to live well: dental health. We think so much about the health impacts of what goes into our mouths, but what about … Read more
By Marcy Feibelman It is officially summer! Yee-haw! This time of year means the end of school for most students, teachers, children and parents. With that break from school, many of you may be going on some fun and exciting travel adventures. To help make your travels go as smoothly as possible, I am going to … Read more
By Chris Raymond There are many people who prefer to run outside, especially when the weather gets nicer. The hot temperatures during the summer months, combined with humidity, can put runners at risk if they aren’t knowledgeable about proper precautions to take during this type of exercise. There are two important factors to consider when … Read more
By Kat Waterhouse Lots of programs, machines and sports make the claim of being a full-body workout, but few deliver quite as completely as rock climbing. Rock climbing, whether indoors or outdoors, can build muscle strength, increase cardio endurance and improve mental/problem solving abilities. First time climbers will generally try either top rope climbing, bouldering, … Read more
By Maryellen Fowler Whether or not you’re a gym rat, there’s nothing like heading to the great outdoors to get some fresh air and fitness. From rowing to paddle boarding, yoga to urban hikes, there are tons of awesome ways to get out and get active. If you need the motivation of an instructor or … Read more
By Lori Cipolla This is the perfect time of year to dive into the sport of swimming. There is no greater way to work out and burn calories. This type of exercise can be high-intensity while remaining low-impact. The great thing about the water is that it takes pressure off your joints making water an ideal … Read more
By Charlie Colpaert This is the most common question I get asked! The short answer is there is no single best running shoe, but there is a best running shoe for you. Everyone is different, so why would there be one best shoe? Your first step should be going to a running specialty store to be … Read more
By Kim Silvia-Paré, Providence, RI Are you interested in those colorful, floating things on the lakes and rivers? Those things are known as kayaks. They have had a long history of entertainment and functionality on the water (as far back as Eskimo use in the 1600’s). But, what exactly are kayaks all about? Paddleboarding, another … Read more
Race number three is fast approaching! Tell your friends and family to come on out and join us Wednesday June 24th for our third free 5k of the season! We run or walk up and down Blackstone Blvd and we’re billing it as a fun run, we will be timing your run and all levels … Read more