The Difference Between Function and Fitness
I’ve been writing for several months now about the value of functional movement and the need for it as an integral part of the services we offer to you at Practice Fitness. Admittedly, when...
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Food Focus With Monica Cengia
In July, Monica Cengia took our taste buds abroad with a scrumptious authentic Greek Orzo Salad. This month, we’re spending a little more time in the Mediterranean for another “heart warming delicious blend of...
New Research Finds a Big Link Between Physical Exercise & Alzheimer’s
According to this article by Emma Loewe on mindbodygreen.com, a recent study revealed a new link between staying active and Alzheimer’s. “By studying the routines of 182 older adults in a clinical setting, the researchers...
The World’s Fastest (Old) Man
“Age has slowed Charles Allie, but only slightly. At 71 he wants the world record in 100 meters to go along with his age group records in the 200 and 400.” It’s not just...
True Confessions
Last month, in my column entitled Move Well, Move Often, I extolled the virtues of the Functional Movement Screen (FMS), and it’s ability to assess risk of injury as well as provide a baseline for...
Food Focus with Monica Cengia
Summer is a time for vacation; let your mind relax and your body recharge. And if you can’t physically get away? We suggest you take your palate abroad with this delicious and authentic Greek...
Why Lifting Weights Can Be So Potent for Aging Well
“Weight training by older people may build not only strength and muscle mass but also motivation and confidence, potentially spurring them to continue exercising, according to an interesting new study of the emotional impact...
Smash the Wellness Industry
Are women “finally starting to interrogate the systems that hurt and exploit [them]?” NY Times author Jessica Knoll gets honest about the Wellness industry and her transition to the increasingly popular concept of “intuitive eating.” ...
