I recently moved, and am back to my roots in the Southtowns of Western New York, after living happily in Northtowns for over 30 years. Among the many and mostly fun changes is more snow. Other than the new roundabouts, I am familiar with the surroundings and gradually find new places to spend my money … Read more
If one of your goals for 2023 is to stay consistent with your workouts, it’s time to invest in some lightweight, packable gear to help you stay on track when travel plans inevitably interrupt your fitness routine. Whether you’re training for a marathon or just got into the ClassPass groove at home, there’s plenty of … Read more
Chairs have been getting a bad rap lately. There’s too much sitting, not enough movement, and a lot of the blame goes to the mediocre seat and overindulgence in it. It’s all true, but I’m here to prove that you can get a full-body strength workout while sitting in a chair and doing chair-only exercises. … Read more
Core work can help with lower back conditions, but your technique needs to be spot on (Image: GETTY) Core exercises have come a long way since classes claim you can get “Five-Minute Abs.” We now know that core strength is about much more than just having a six-pack. A strong core is imperative for everyday … Read more
Exercise bikes have remained a popular way to keep fit from the comfort of your own home. Experts say stationary cycling can be a great cardiovascular workout, and with so many virtual fitness classes to choose from, you can even experience the feeling of a group workout without heading to the gym. However, many of … Read more
Simple dumbbells are the fitness accessory to choose when you can only own one for the rest of your life. With a dumbbell set, you can do almost any strengthening exercise and almost any exercise program, and even the largest dumbbells can fit in the corner of a room. This 20kg dumbbell set can increase … Read more
Lean Body Home Workout is perfect for busy professionals Gaurav Mauli – The ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Orthopedic Exercise Specialist has always been a fitness enthusiast and strives to become the best version of himself. Gaurav started his journey in the year 2012 to gain confidence. His intense focus and fortitude helped him enhance … Read more
Comment on this story Suspension Gretchen Reynolds will be back next week. Every winter for 30 years, I’ve taken an unconventional, low-tech approach to keeping fit. From November to February, I climbed the stairs in our 22-story apartment building in New York. And I mean go up. Up and down I would go up and … Read more
Whether you’re taking a break from cycling at the local gym or looking for a new way to get active at home, a smart exercise bike might be just the thing you need to keep your muscles moving without having to leave your house. But what makes an exercise bike “smart,” you wonder? Well, not … Read more
Back fat exercises are often overlooked when you are in the gym. Tired of feeling self-conscious about back fat? Do you want to tone and strengthen your back muscles, but don’t have access to a gym or a personal trainer? Fortunately, there are plenty of easy moves you can do at home to target this … Read more