Second Wind Dreams Ever since Edith was a child, horses were a fixture in her life. Each trip to the stables—both as a rider and, later, a trainer—encoded a lasting memory. But now, afflicted by dementia at the age of 87, Edith’s cherished recollections have faded—until a recent return to the stables. “The minute she … Continued
By Heather Burt
In a world where many of us spend a great deal of time indoors and (sigh) in front of screens, we’re finally coming to understand the enormous benefits—the necessity, even—of being outside. Most of the positive physical and psychological effects of moving our bodies out in nature apply to everyone. Yet for women wanting to … Continued
Does your to-do list have a tense hold on you? Have your “on” hours ballooned to the point that you’re squeezing in tasks every chance you get? Is the line between work and “life” blurred (or nonexistent)? Toxic productivity is everywhere. Toxic productivity Toxic productivity is an incessant inclination to be busy and in the … Continued
Accomplished world-class athlete, entrepreneur, and advocate for children’s health—Christy Swaid’s journey is a testament to the power of resilience, while highlighting the importance of following your heart. “When you’re engaged in things that are important to you, that adds greatly to your quality of life,” says Swaid, founder and CEO of HEAL (Healthy Eating Active … Continued
Your body is amazingly flexible. Maybe not in a touch-your-toes-from-standing kind of way, but deep inside at the cellular level. This metabolic flexibility enables your body to fuel itself using different kinds of macronutrients such as carbohydrates or fats. This ability was especially important when humans’ food sources were unpredictable, but it is still useful … Continued