Jesse Zucker

WASHINGTON — If you’re an active person, or trying to be one, it can be frustrating to suffer an injury that prevents you from exercising. Luckily, a large part of injury recovery is continuing to move.  You should always check with your doctor before engaging in... Read More

WASHINGTON — As plants, trees and flowers continue to greet the season, one month into spring marks a worldwide occasion: Earth Day. Earth Day has been observed on April 22 every year since 1970 as a global moment to raise environmental awareness. Let’s look at a... Read More

WASHINGTON — Feeling tired and sluggish? If so, low iron could be to blame. Iron is an essential mineral necessary for several critical bodily functions. While most people get enough iron, women and athletes may be at a higher risk for an iron deficiency. Here, we’ll... Read More

WASHINGTON — Metabolism is a common buzzword used to sell products and convey different theories. Many popular myths and questions surround this process. Are certain foods good or bad for your metabolism? Do some people have a slower or faster metabolism than others? Here, we’ll use... Read More

WASHINGTON — When you wake up in the morning, do you crave the smell of freshly brewed coffee? A daily cup of coffee or caffeinated tea can boost your mood, enhance focus, reduce fatigue and even improve exercise performance. But, too much of anything can be... Read More

WASHINGTON — You likely know that exercise is a healthy habit that can boost overall health and physical fitness. There are many types of exercise, such as resistance training, aerobic or cardio, flexibility and balance.  Within each category, the options multiply, and we’re going to zero... Read More

WASHINGTON —  As other fitness trends come and go, Pilates has some legs. You may have seen a Pilates studio in your town, watched a video on social media, or noticed it on the class schedule at your gym. It’s a great workout that can help... Read More

WASHINGTON — If you’ve ever struggled with insomnia, a friend may have told you that taking magnesium will help you sleep. Magnesium may play a role in improving sleep, but it’s also key to several other systems in your body. More than half of Americans don’t... Read More

WASHINGTON — Many of us, from time to time, may feel a little “burned out.” Spreading ourselves too thin with work, family, relationships, health and other obligations can take its toll. The term burnout is technically a psychological condition related to the workplace. Since COVID-19 began,... Read More