Better or Bust: Yoga Towels

For all the generosity of spirit that it preaches, yoga can be hard on your wallet. And hot yoga creates a sweaty mess, so you need a substantial cache of clothes and towels if you’re not doing laundry daily. Startled by the high prices, we decided to take some yoga towels for a test drive. […]

Vacation on the Run: Traveling for Destination Races

Is exercising on your list of New Year’s resolutions? Now that the gluttony of the holidays is over, it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to make that resolution a reality. Traveling for a running event might be the ticket that helps you reach your fitness goals. Destination races are a great way […]

Concierge Medicine: Pay for Perks

Imagine calling your doctor in the middle of the night, getting an appointment the next day and even having your physician accompany you on a brisk walk or a trip to the grocery store to jump-start your personalized wellness plan. That kind of first class medical treatment can be yours—for a price. As a result […]

How to Find the Best Hospital For You

Having a baby? Have to undergo surgery (boo) or another procedure? Here, local doctors explain how to decide which hospital to trust. Research, research, research. There are a variety of online resources when you’re considering which hospital is best for you. “Hospital Compare and The National Research Corporation are two quality web sites because they […]

How to Find the Right Doctor

You can return shoes that don’t fit. You can sell a car you don’t like. But if you can’t find a physician you feel comfortable with, the consequences are more serious. Not liking your doc means there’s a greater chance you’ll put off preventive care visits, avoid getting medical care when you need it or […]

Beginning a Yoga Practice

Your hamstrings and low back are tight, and stress is stuck in your shoulders. Yoga could do you a world of good. Yoga appeals to men and women of all ages and abilities. It’s a lifelong practice that can continually change and grow with your body and lifestyle. You just need to start! This ancient […]