According to the July issue of the Mayo Clinic Women’s HealthSource, one in nine women aged forty five to sixty four has some type of heart disease. By age 65, that number climbs to 1 in 3.
According to the July issue of the Mayo Clinic Women’s HealthSource, one in nine women aged forty five to sixty four has some type of heart disease. By age 65, that number climbs to 1 in 3.
Through its Health On Wheels Van Service, the Cooper Fitness Center in Dallas has found a way to bring more seniors into its facility — literally. The club started the transportation program in July as a means of encouraging memberships among older adults, and within just a few months, it has grown into a full-fledged service for the senior community. Read the rest of this entry »
Deactivating Sperm’s Tail Could Be Key to Unisex Contraceptive, New Research Says
Taking the wiggle out of a sperm’s tail may be key to creating a new contraceptive that doesn’t involve hormones and can be taken by either a man or a woman, say scientists in Boston.
Whether your club is part of a chain or you own an independent gym, you can create profit centers to entice your target audience. The key is to get to know potential and regular members to find out what they want. Seek advice from others who have succeeded by attending industry seminars and workshops. Brainstorming at staff meetings usually allows employees to let their creative juices flow and spice up those profit centers. Read the rest of this entry »
Drew Barrymore, 24
Actor. At 7, played Gertie in E.T. At 16, published autobiography recounting early drug and alcohol abuse. Reportedly had affair with Jane and Sassy founder Jane Pratt. Now Hollywood’s flower child; spokeswoman for female condom. Produced and starred in Never Been Kissed and upcoming Charlie’s Angels.
Okay, Britney Spears is old enough to pose for Playboy now but many parents are worried about her unwholesome image. Is she empowered or exploited? You be the judge. Check out the current issue of Alice magazine, in which we look at teen girls and young women in America today as part of a special five part series. Read the rest of this entry »
The months that passed between that phone call and the day of my departure were long and laborious. I had to convince everyone around me why I was doing this. My husband was not very happy with me leaving him with two kids for 17 days. My family and friends didn’t get why I would want to go off to a retreat and learn to teach yoga. What the hell is yoga any way? How long have you been doing this? Are you having a breakdown? Yes! The biggest struggle was the workplace. No one ever takes two weeks off at the same time! There is too much to be done. Who will be able to cover your assignments for that long? You are being very selfish to do this to other people. Read the rest of this entry »