November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a time to spotlight the importance of early detection and the impact of this disease.

During any fitness session with me, I will also stress how important proper breathing is to activate your core muscles.

You probably do not think about your “core muscles” unless you are participating in a workout.

When it comes to working out, most folks often have varying goals that go far beyond just aesthetics or strength.

Although a staple in strength training, there are many different ways to perform the deadlift.

The following are exercises recommended for people in their 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and beyond .

When I get a new client, especially one who is unfamiliar with strength training, I begin by teaching some basics like form, tempo, and breathing; probably the hardest of the three to teach.

While you may watch your calories, sugar and salt intake, you should also make sure you are ingesting enough protein.

In my business, social media can be a blessing and a curse. Too often I see posts that are filled with risky fitness trends and misleading diet and nutrition information.

Fruit is a key part of a healthy eating plan. But fruit contains natural sugars, and some types are fairly high in calories. So some people may wonder whether they’re eating too much of it.

When something hurts, what will make it feel better - ice or heat? And when does it make sense to use both?

For the family and friends of Elisa Hughey, June 15, 2024 marks a special date. Not only is it the day of the annual Elisa’s Run for the Arts, but this year, June 15th marks eight years exactly since the day Elisa passed away.

You know it’s officially summer in Ellicottville when Holiday Valley invites everyone to get a little dirty at the annual Mudslide race, coming up on June 15th.

On Saturday, June 15, 2024, we will gather to run and walk to remember and celebrate our beloved Elisa Hughey, who lost her battle with colon cancer 8 years ago - to the day.

When I complete a fitness assessment with any potential new client, I not only want to learn about their goals and limitations, but also, what their diets look like. My first dietary question is always about hydration.

What if I told you there was a place you could shop that was direct from local farmers to your own table? Would you be surprised if I also said it was in Great Valley?

Conscious efforts to make other people’s lives just a little better make someone pretty great, even if the reach is small or interpersonal. There are, however, a select few individuals who hugely extend their greatness: Meet Rick Jackson.

There is nothing more important than your health, so why don’t we celebrate it like we do so many other things?

If your right arm has ever confidently banged out a set of bicep curls or rows at the gym while your left arm has struggled to keep up, you know what it feels like when one side of your body is stronger than the other.

Physical activity is essential for healthy living. But you don’t have to run marathons or do other high-intensity activities to stay healthy.