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At its Nov. 18 meeting, the Eastpointe City Council voted to reject the controversial road diet, which would have reduced the number of lanes on Nine Mile Road, and instead moved forward with a five-lane design. The plans for Nine Mile Road moving forward will involve five lanes instead of a road diet that would have narrowed a section of it to three lanes. Photo by Brian Wells EASTPOINTE — While many residents thought the discussion of the proposed Nine Mile Road diet was over, the Eastpointe City Council took up the issue again at its Nov. 18 meeting. The…

Does microdosing exercise really work? Is it enough to level up your fitness and make any kind of beneficial impact on your health? I’ve covered previous studies on how exercise snacking can improve cardiorespiratory fitness and cardiometabolic health, but what about physically inactive individuals with little experience with exercise? Do they still achieve benefits from these short bouts of movement? Let’s delve into the research.The meta-analysisTaiyesalawu / PexelsIn a meta-analysis published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, the researchers evaluated the effects of brief bouts of exercise spread throughout the day, known as exercise snacks, on muscular and cardiorespiratory…

The dance environment represents a microcosm of the outside world in many ways. From a wellness coaching perspective, this speaks to dimensional models of wellness, including physical, emotional, social, spiritual, intellectual, environmental, and occupational components. These dimensions function collectively to foster a balanced perspective for holistic wellness and well-being (Figure 1). Numerous models have been developed with varying numbers of dimensions based on Jack Travis’ Illness/Wellness Continuum (Arloski, 2014). Wellness encompasses the entire continuum in order to fully address the whole person and all aspects of their lives. The foundation of Travis’ model is the utilization and transformation of energy…

Share on PinterestThe DASH diet may be one of the most effective ways to prevent diabetes complications, recent evidence suggests. Image credit: Jovo Jovanovic/StocksyType 2 diabetes affects more than 500 million people throughout the world, and numbers are increasing rapidly.It increases the risk of many chronic health conditions, such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, kidney disease and eyesight problems.Together with medications, diet and exercise can help prevent complications of type 2 diabetes.New research suggests that the DASH diet may be one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of diabetes complications.The burden of diabetes worldwide continues to…

In today’s fast-paced world, people are actively seeking natural ways to feel stronger, healthier, and more balanced. The demand for holistic practices has skyrocketed—not just because they’re effective, but because they offer something modern life often lacks: a deeper connection between physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Two practices that stand out in this movement are acupuncture and martial arts, each rooted in ancient traditions yet highly relevant today. Whether you’re searching for acupuncture near me to relieve pain or browsing for martial arts classes near me to improve fitness, both therapies offer transformative benefits you may not have imagined. This article…

New York, Nov. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This Black Friday, make the smart choice for your fitness journey with the AEKE K1 AI-Powered Smart Home Gym, now available with an exclusive discount of up to $1300. Perfect for everyone from busy professionals to fitness enthusiasts and families, the AEKE K1 brings cutting-edge, personalized workouts straight to your living room. With its innovative AI coaching, sleek design, and no-subscription-required access to 200+ classes, there’s never been a better time to level up your home gym. As the colder months settle in and gym visits become less appealing, more shoppers are turning…

Perimenopause and menopause mark significant natural transitions in a woman’s life. Often accompanied by hormonal shifts that can affect energy, mood, metabolism, sleep and overall well- being, this phase can cause great distress and discomfort. Recognizing the need to support women through this transformative phase, SwaSwara, CGH Earth’s Wellness Retreat in Gokarna, Karnataka has introduced a pioneering Perimenopause and Menopause Reset program. Grounded in holistic, nature-based therapies, these initiatives aim to redefine menopause care by promoting inner harmony, strength and vitality during this phase. The program fosters healing through connection with nature, mindful practices and targeted therapies that addresses…

Editor’s Note: Don’t miss the companion piece to this article, where we explored how to build a healthier sleep environment.We all understand the critical importance of a good night’s sleep, especially after a long, stressful day. Yet, for many of us, simply lying down isn’t enough. Falling asleep and staying asleep can feel like an impossible challenge, no matter how exhausted we are.I know this struggle firsthand. Like many of you, I began to experience serious health consequences from chronic sleep deprivation. Insomnia crept in, my weight ballooned by thirty pounds and my blood work revealed a cascade of imbalances.…

Covering eight dimensions of wellness, the multidisciplinary program equips students with the skills and knowledge to promote wellness in any career pathHours on the treadmill. Mornings on the yoga mat. For some, “wellness” is a solitary pursuit — a personal quest for physical or mental balance.At Rutgers University-New Brunswick, students are taking a different approach this semester by learning how to cultivate comprehensive wellness in themselves and in others.A new undergraduate minor in holistic wellness aims to equip students with the practical skills to design and deliver wellness programs – in their lives and in their careers. The coursework is…

As you age, there are several areas of the body that begin to lose their firmness—your arms being one of the first. There are several causes behind “bat wing” arms or excess arm flab, including the gradual loss of collagen and elastin. This deficit leads to your skin being less firm. Another contributor is the natural loss of lean muscle mass—known as sarcopenia—which decreases 3% to 8% every decade after 30. Take into consideration any other changes like weight loss or reduced physical activity, and there you have it: sagging arms. If your goal is to tone and smooth this…