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A morning ritual of brain-altering activities can improve focus, memory, creativity and decision-making all day long. Simple mental exercises that take just a few minutes, in contrast, can help hone …
Winter often brings sluggishness, stiffness, and heightened stress. As temperatures drop, the body naturally becomes tense, and the mind feels more overwhelmed. Restorative yoga offers a soothing way to warm the body from within, calm the nervous system, and release deep emotional and physical tension. This slow, mindful practice focuses on rest, relaxation, and gentle stretches—making it perfect for cold weather and stressful days.Also Read: Bedtime yoga poses for deep winter sleep: Gentle moves to calm your body and mindWhat Makes Restorative Yoga Unique?Unlike active yoga styles, restorative yoga involves holding simple poses for longer durations with the help of…
As the world’s population climbs toward 10 billion and the impacts of climate change intensify, building sustainable food systems has never been more urgent. Agriculture sits at the center of this challenge. It feeds billions, yet traditional agricultural practices also contribute to soil degradation, biodiversity loss, water pollution, and nearly one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions. Fortunately, a new wave of sustainable solutions—such as regenerative agriculture, soil restoration, and alternative protein sources—is emerging to reshape how we produce food. These innovations not only protect the environment but also create more resilient and equitable food systems for the future. A sustainable…
Judy Sproat, 75, of Buffalo Township is no stranger to working hard during the holiday season. “I worked as a nurse all my life. I always worked holidays and the day after,” she said. “I don’t take a day off.” Sproat brought the post-holiday habit into her retirement as she spent Friday morning in her Silver Sneakers workout class at the Allegheny Valley YMCA in Harrison. After three shoulder surgeries and decades of gym memberships, the holiday season doesn’t slow her down. While many people were busy jump-starting their holiday shopping efforts, Sproat had different priorities for the day. “I…
The Mediterranean diet may have met its match — at least on the scale. Going Greek has long been praised as one of the healthiest ways to eat, boosting longevity and helping fend off chronic disease. But if shedding pounds is the goal, new research suggests another diet may deliver bigger results, even if it includes some so-called “unhealthy” foods. If weight loss is your goal, the Mediterranean diet might not be the fastest route to results on the scale. tmc_photos – stock.adobe.com In the study, 62 overweight adults were randomly assigned to follow one of two diets for 16…
Many working to improve timed runs, shuttle runs and sprints in the military feel the “need for speed. Adding calisthenics between these sets of speed and goal-pace running and swimming can be an effective way to combine muscle stamina, speed, agility and endurance into a time-saving routine.Here is a workout we did this week that focuses on a variety of testing events, including the Navy Physical Screening Test (PST), Air Force Initial Fitness Test (IFT), and any military timed run.Warmup with Pull-ups, Toe Touch Pyramid, Jog/Dynamic Stretch Between Sets, and Mile RunThis routine is to stretch and warm up before…
Abu Dhabi has approved new rules enabling the transfer of residential grants by gift among Emirati citizens, limited to spouses and first-degree relatives and aligned with approved regulations. The directive was issued by Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, to strengthen family bonds, enhance social cohesion and support long-term community stability. The decisions were announced during a meeting of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council chaired by Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in which members also endorsed two major strategies covering health and…
Thomas Steckman, 21, remembers exactly when going to the gym stopped being a hobby and started feeling like a compulsion. His routine quickly changed to long workouts, extreme calorie cuts, and a fear of undoing his progress. “I want to say three or four months, and every month I would raise my calorie intake like 100 calories, and at the time it was working. So I got the solution that was a good thing and I was doing the right thing but towards the end of it, I started noticing that my energy was low and I was very irritable,”…
A healthy spine doesn’t require intense workouts or gym sessions; it responds easily to simple, mindful movements. Here are 5 beginner-friendly exercises that can strengthen core muscles, improve post …
When you think about the various systems in your body, the cardiovascular system, the immune system, the reproductive system, and the digestive system probably come to mind. The endocannabinoid system? Not so much. In fact, you may not even know that it exists. The truth is, the endocannabinoid system (ECS, for short) is present in all human beings, as well as in rabbits, mice, dogs, and all other mammals, says Deepak Cyril D’Souza, professor of psychiatry and director of the Yale Center for the Science of Cannabis and Cannabinoids. “It’s a natural communication system in the brain and body. We believe…