by Jeff Fine | Sep 24, 2017 | Fitness, Health Tips, Mind-body Connection, Well-being
Office work is doing a number on us. Even regular workouts at the gym can’t undo the damage caused by up to 15 hours of sitting every day…in cars, on trains, at your desk or watching Netflix. Our bodies aren’t designed for the sedentary lives that most of us lead....
by Jeff Fine | Aug 9, 2017 | Articles, Depression, Self improvement, Stress Management, Therapy, Well-being
“It’s too painful. I can’t deal with this.” I hear this from clients as we begin closing in on the source of their problems. It’s hard work, and they may reach a point where it all feels “too much.” But that’s precisely the time to pay attention. It’s...
by Jeff Fine | Apr 7, 2017 | Articles, Therapy, Well-being, Wellness
Ilene was a single, professional 30-something woman in the prime of her life. Her business was successful, she was involved in her community, and she was well liked and supported by her friends and family. The problem was, even though by all appearances, she looked...
by Jeff Fine | Apr 7, 2017 | Articles, Self improvement, Therapy, Well-being
Ben, a 39 year old married accountant with two young children, began our session in typical fashion, plopping down on my couch, head down, shoulders slumped, and sighing deeply. “How are you, Ben?” I asked him. He looked up at the ceiling, sighed again and...
by Jeff Fine | Apr 11, 2010 | Articles, Fitness, Health Tips, Mind-body Connection, Well-being, Wellness
Resistance training is essentially the lowering and raising of an object. The object may be external (barbell, dumbbell, exercise machine), or your own body weight (push-up, sit-up, squat). The correct use of the breath is critical for stability, balance, safety, and...
by Jeff Fine | Mar 11, 2010 | Fitness, Health Tips, Well-being, Wellness
How much attention do you pay to warming up before you exercise? If your honest answer is, “probably not enough” then you’re in good company. Many don’t warm-up at all. Those who do, often ride a bike for a few minutes and/or do a few quick stretches. This bare...
