The last year and a half was challenging and stressful, and achieving mind-body balance amid these changes has not been easy. Starting with the right fitness routine can help you thrive in your new normal with a hybrid approach that includes working out at home, at the gym or anywhere in between. Staying active wherever Read More …

Try a new approach to setting health and fitness goals by creating an “anti” New Year’s resolutions list and focusing on what you’re NOT going to do. For example, don’t make excuses. Find a motivating and engaging exercise routine such as on the JRNY (JUR-NEE) digital fitness platform. It comes on connected Bowflex cardio equipment Read More …

You could be more comfortable at home for less money. The Environmental Protection Agency says cleaning a heating and cooling system lets it run more efficiently so it’s less likely to break down, lasts longer and operates more effectively. So, how to choose a cleaning contractor? Look for a National Air Duct Cleaners Association member. Read More …

Fame and fortune may await writers and artists focused on the future. In 1983 acclaimed author L. Ron Hubbard created the Writers of the Future Contest for aspiring writers of speculative fiction. Its success led to the Illustrators of the Future Contest. Each is free to enter. Entrants from around the globe retain full rights Read More …

There are many reasons not to skip routine eye exams. First, research suggests vision loss can affect your brain. People who scored poorly on vision tests were more likely to suffer memory deficits. Also, glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration can begin without symptoms. And eye doctors may be the first to diagnose systemic diseases such Read More …

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, reports the Centers For Disease Control And Prevention—but you can protect yourself. First, don’t smoke. Next, get regular exercise. Finally, eat right. Choose plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables and foods high in fiber and low in fat and cholesterol. To help, Mazola Read More …

A new Genesight (jean-sight) mental health monitor national poll has found that eight in ten people with depression feel life would be easier if others could understand their depression. Yet, the poll found many do not. When Amanda began feeling depressed, it was hard to explain. (begin sound bite) “This isn’t who you are, it’s this illness Read More …

Asthma affects over twenty-four million Americans. More than fifty million suffer from allergies. One problem is that as air in your home circulates through the heating and cooling system, pollen, pet dander, dust, smoke, mold and other contaminants settle in the ducts and get sent back into the air you breathe. Fortunately, you can return Read More …

There’s no better time to start an at-home-fitness routine. Start creating your ultimate home gym with the space-saving, connected Bowflex M-NINE Max Trainer machine. The integrated J-R-N-Y digital fitness platform offers members personalized adaptive workouts, on-demand classes and streaming entertainment to keep you motivated and connected to your favorite shows and workout classes. Another home Read More …

Over a hundred thousand Americans, mostly Black and multi-racial, have sickle cell disease. While most can’t find a life-saving bone marrow or blood stem cell match, Gift of Life Marrow Registry works to change this. The non-profit facilitates stem cell and bone marrow transplants and encourages African-American, Caribbean and bi-racial people to join the effort. Read More …