Emely Rumble, a therapist in New York City who brings literature into her practice, knows that reading can help people reflect on their lives. In the summer of 2024, she hosted a book group discussion on “Fighting for Our Friendships,” by Danielle Bayard Jackson. As the group analyzed how someone in the book handled a…
Balance is a vital component of health and physical performance and is essential for activities of daily living like climbing stairs or carrying heavy loads. Balance also improves athletic performance, allowing athletes to move and transfer energy more efficiently. Balance is especially important for older adults hoping to reduce the risk of falls and injuries….
October is Vegetarian Awareness Month. If you’ve been looking for a reason to incorporate more plant-based foods into your meal plans, there’s no time like the present. If you still need a little more convincing to make the shift toward a meat-free diet, check out the benefits below, as well as a few fall favorite…
During the first two days Sidedoor Bagel in Indianapolis sold its Mr. Krabs Rangoon special — crab-flecked cream cheese and a fried egg inside a spicy everything bagel studded with Sichuan pepper flakes, sweet chile sauce and wonton strips — there were more than 100 orders, making it the shop’s most popular special to date….
Summertime is the perfect opportunity to get out on the open water for a fun fitness experience that will strengthen your body and challenge your balance—no instructor needed. Soak up some sun and try out this total-body workout, which combines the research-supported benefits of standup paddleboarding (SUP) with a few easy-to-follow bodyweight exercises. Paddle Squat…
Have you ever been told to eat “nutrient-rich” or “nutrient-dense” foods? Or to stay away from foods that have “empty calories”? When terms like these are thrown around, it’s easy to get confused. It’s time to accurately describe the concepts of nutrient density and caloric density and what roles they play in a well-balanced diet. …
Your favorite breakfast staple is surprisingly long-lasting. When it comes to longevity, not all yogurt is created equally.Christopher Testani for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. Published Feb. 24, 2025Updated Feb. 26, 2025 Yogurt was born as a means of preserving fresh milk, thousands of years before refrigerators were invented. But forget stashing…
Let us make the decisions for you. Armando Rafael for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Mariana Velásquez. Published Feb. 24, 2025Updated Feb. 24, 2025 Eating with budget in mind might feel more difficult than ever these days, when talk of egg prices and tariffs permeate the general conversation. Add in the need to make…
The fitness industry is forever changing. Walk into any storage closet in a gym, or even your home, and you’ll surely find a piece of equipment or DVD that is no longer considered an effective tool in the training world. As we evolve in the industry and become more knowledgeable about current scientific studies and…
A typical Thanksgiving meal contains more than 3,000 calories, but you don’t have to break the calorie bank to enjoy your favorite fall foods. Here are three delicious and healthy dishes you’ll want to add to this year’s Thanksgiving feast. Sweet Potato Brownies One sweet potato contains more than the daily recommended amount of vitamin…