Health 366 articles

With health, there are no divisions: physical, emotional, mental – they’re all intertwined. And caring for each of them is of utmost importance. Here’s how to do just that, and make the most of your life.

A Little Bit of Sunshine
A Little Bit of Sunshine
One of the big changes brought about by modern day life is being indoors most of the time. A century ago, we spent far more time in the outdoors, as much...
Jun 18, 2014
By Alan Freishtat
Exercising for Two: Fitness in Pregnancy
Exercising for Two: Fitness in Pregnancy
Exercise is good for just about everything. We already know that! But what about exercising for two? Yes, when you are pregnant, exercise is even more important. (Sorry men, but this...
Jun 11, 2014
By Alan Freishtat
From the Bottom Up
From the Bottom Up
Over my 17 years as a trainer, and drawing on my own personal experience (my feet), I can’t give enough emphasis to how important and good pair of shoes are. I...
May 27, 2014
By Alan Freishtat
In or Out!
In or Out!
One of the keys to success for people who start exercising is to find the proper mode of exercise for each individual so that they can enjoy what they are doing....
May 20, 2014
By Alan Freishtat
Spring Into Action!
Spring Into Action!
Winter is finally behind us, and what a winter it was. This past winter was record breaking everywhere. Jerusalem saw its heaviest snowfall in over 100 years. A double-barrel polar vortex...
May 12, 2014
By Alan Freishtat
How to Fuel Up Properly
How to Fuel Up Properly
Now that you exercise regularly, you probably have experimented with eating before exercising. Perhaps you have tried not eating at all before your workout but found you didn’t have enough energy...
May 7, 2014
By Alan Freishtat
Too Tight
Too Tight
Feeling stiff? Well, you probably are too tight, even if you don’t feel that way. Whether you are sitting all day or doing some motion with any part of your body...
Apr 30, 2014
By Alan Freishtat
The Dynamic Doctor Duo: A Couple with a Mission
The Dynamic Doctor Duo: A Couple with a Mission
Drs. Peter and Laurel Steinherz are not only married to each other—they’re married to a common calling. For over three decades they’ve worked in tandem, helping cancer patients survive in the...
Apr 25, 2014
By Bayla Sheva Brenner
Getting Younger as You Age
Getting Younger as You Age
I remember my grandfather turning 60 and thinking that was really old. Now it happens that my grandfather was very young at heart, but nevertheless, in those times, 60 was perceived...
Apr 24, 2014
By Alan Freishtat
Getting Through Pesach
Getting Through Pesach
It’s that time of year again- the holiday season. Perhaps nothing is more challenging than getting through Pesach with your health and weight intact. As daunting and challenging as this may seem, a...
Apr 8, 2014
By Alan Freishtat

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