One night a mom named Val was at a birthday party—a fun girls’ night out—drinking wine and dancing to music and laughing. When suddenly her phone rang. An angry young voice shouted out the scariest words she’s ever heard: “Mom, I have bedbugs.” In Val’s head she heard the needle on the record scratch zzzzz. […]
The Generations Yoga space on Green Bay Road in Wilmette will remain a yoga studio, thanks to Quinn Kearney of Chicago and Tom Quinn of Glencoe. This fall, they opened their third Yogaview studio, and their first suburban location. So far, their vinyasa flow-style yoga is a natural fit—many of their students were already here, […]
Is it crazy to try and lose 5 pounds post-Halloween and pre-Holidays? Not at all.
Compression socks are a hot trend in athletic wear. Elite marathoners were first on the scene. Paula Radcliffe wore them when she broke the marathon world record. Now they are showing up at local 5ks worn by active 40 somethings. According to a 2009 study in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning, running performance was […]
The kids are back in school, and the weather’s changing, which means our moods and equilibrium are a little off.
For years, the focus has been on early detection to improve the cure rate of breast cancer. However, the more important question is: How can I prevent myself from getting breast cancer? At a recent symposium on Women’s Health hosted by Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Dr. Heidi Memmel discussed new evidence showing that women can […]
You never thought it would get here, but now October 9 is looming in sight. All those miles, all the sweat and it’s almost time to run your 26.2 miles. Nervous? Of course! So here are a few last minute tips from veteran runner and North Shore running coach, Christy Coughlin. Get ready to run! […]
If your pooch is recuperating from surgery or struggling to lose weight, you may want to dog paddle your way to a canine hydrotherapy center. There are many benefits to canine hydrotherapy, or low-impact, warm water swimming but the main goal is to strengthen the muscles and joints of a dog, says Dr. Katherine Hillebrand, […]
Wish all your favorite exercise classes were available under one roof? So did Oak Brook native Michelle Pretekin—she recently opened Fit Girl Studio in Evanston, offering a variety of one-hour classes in spinning, yoga and the oh-so-hot-right-now barre. So, if you love those three, it’s a one-stop shop, and an easy way to enjoy a […]
Wander the streets of Paris, Milan, or Barcelona, and check out the thin, fit locals. Europeans enjoy cream sauces, ample breads and pastas, and don’t skimp on meats, cheeses or desserts. How is it that they stay so thin? Here are a few observations about the eating and cultural habits that make a difference in […]
