Knowing where to start with strength training can be overwhelming, especially if you’re new later in life. But while you might think it requires spending hours in the gym, that’s far from the truth—you can build meaningful strength in the comfort of your own home with short, effective workouts. As you age, upper body strength … Read more
If you think the Russian blacks were Russia’s only contribution to the fitness world, that’s a huge underestimation of the country’s influence on how things work today. Notorious for their fitness, Russians seem to be particularly obsessed with core workouts, and this is where a little-known technique takes center stage. Called the Russian Kettlebell Club … Read more
OXNARD, Calif. ( JTA ) — On Friday night, in Jewish homes around the world, a familiar ritual emerged: the blessing of wine, poured into a cup and passed around the table. This ritual, multiplied during Passover, may help explain why kosher wine has held steady even as the broader wine industry struggles. Alcohol consumption … Read more
Standing workouts aren’t just an accessible alternative to floor-based sitting; They can be even more effective in some areas, and you can certainly achieve all kinds of fitness goals without hitting the deck for exercise. “Real-world standing exercises can be a fantastic way to build real-world strength; the way you balance, posture and move your … Read more
Before a child goes into the operating room, a large screen displays the risk score. This score predicts potential complications, provides an estimated time to recovery, and recommends a course of action. While the numbers seem accurate, the process that goes into creating them is hard to see. Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly advancing pediatric … Read more
OXNARD, Calif. – On Friday night, in Jewish homes around the world, a familiar ritual emerged: the blessing of wine, poured into a cup and passed around the table. This ritual, multiplied during Passover, may help explain why kosher wine has held steady even as the broader wine industry struggles. Alcohol consumption is declining in … Read more