By Judy Torel Commercial fitness facilities provide the general public with an amazing array of exercise equipment. Most facilities have multiple machines for each muscle of the body and an assortment of different cardiovascular machines. Clearly a gym membership is...
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A day in the life of a dance instructor
By Mary Beth DeCecco We jitterbugged in the 1950s, discoed in the late 70s, freestyled in the 80s, and started swinging again in the 90s.Dancing has always been a social event. But these days, with television shows like “Dancing with...
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The low-key hustle of workers during the day in the downtown areas of Albany and Saratoga turns into an excited buzz once the sun goes down, as many hit their favorite bars and clubs. There are many places around the...
Cardio machines:
What you don’t know may stop you from getting results! By Judy Torel In my work as a personal trainer, I have noticed a disturbing, yet increasingly common phenomenon in my new clients: cardio machine mythitis. This is the term...
Put your tax refund to work
By Jerry Pittz Now that we’re in the midst of tax season, you may be anticipating a tax refund, if you haven’t already received one. Of course, not everyone receives a refund, but among those who do, the amount can...
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Spray your headaches awayWhoever would have imagined that a burst of pepper spray up your nose would eliminate headaches and allergies? Certainly not Wayne Perry, who would have tried that technique years ago while suffering from debilitating “cluster headaches” that...
Teaching kids about money
By Randy Cale, PH.D How can you teach your children to handle money responsibly? What are the strategies that successful parents use, when teaching their kids about money? Do you pay kids for doing their chores? Should you remove allowances...
Hypnosis plus EFT
Experience positive, powerful, permanent change By Jeanne Meyer Caverly, M.Ed., CH As the new year progresses, are you finding it more and more difficult to stick to your resolutions? Is the stress of everyday living getting you down? Are there...
Good wines dont have to be pricey:
Top 20 under $20; top 10 under $10 By Henry Klein If you feel overwhelmed upon entering a wine store and find yourself struggling with the many choices, I’m here to help. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to...
Relationship CPR:
Surviving a crisis together By Jim and Jeanne Caverly Normal reactions to an abnormal situationFor the first time in your relationship, you may see a side to your partner that you’ve never seen before. It may seem as though you...