Locker rooms. Afrequentlyoverlooked space in many fitness facilities islocker rooms. Once thought of as simply a place to change, these areas represent the first place manymembers use inyour facility.An advantage to the specialized club may be reduced traffic flow in and out of each locker room. Read the rest of this entry »
Specializing for Success. Part 3
May 14th, 2012Specializing for Success. Part 2
May 14th, 2012In addition to focusing on a particular client base, specialized facilities offer an intimate setting devoid of the intimidation that can present itself in larger facilities. Typically, many people set their sights on “getting in shape” as a New Year’s resolution, and join the local gym in hopes that this will be the year. Read the rest of this entry »
Specializing for Success. Part 1
May 14th, 2012Trying To Cater Your Business To Everyone’s Needs Will Get You Everywhere And Nowhere, Fast! Instead, Hone In On Your Demographic, And Figure Out How To Serve It Well. Read the rest of this entry »
Why do Sugar-Free Products Raise my Blood Sugar?
May 10th, 2012This is an excellent question and many diabetics have this problem. A sugar-free product is not carbohydrate-free or calorie-free. Read the rest of this entry »
Tests for GERD. Part 2
April 26th, 2012The procedure takes about 30 minutes total, plus a short recovery period before a relative or friend takes you home. You should plan to take a day off from work, but you can resume normal activities the next day. Read the rest of this entry »
Tests for GERD. Part 1
April 26th, 2012Q.My doctor is interested in doing an endoscopy as well as a 24-hour pH level monitoring for GERD. What are these procedures, and what do they involve?
Pain Relievers An Overview
April 20th, 2012The three most common over-the-counter pain relievers are acetaminophen, aspirin and ibuprofen. All can relieve pain and reduce fever. All are available as generics, which are identical to more expensive name brands. Read the rest of this entry »
Seared Flank Steak Salad
April 12th, 2012This stylish and healthy dish will delight your guests.
Ingredients:
For the marinade:
2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
1 sprig of fresh rosemary leaves, chopped
2 sprigs of fresh thyme leaves, chopped
2 fresh sage leaves, chopped
2 fresh basil leaves, chopped Read the rest of this entry »
How To Talk To Your Child About Sex. Part 3
April 12th, 2012Give age-appropriate information. Always try to match your answer to the age of the questioner. “Birth is usually the first aspect of sex that children want to know about,” notes Wilford. “A three year-old’s question ‘Where do babies come from?’ can be answered by ‘They grow inside the Mommy until they are big enough to be born.’ That’s usually all that’s called for. Read the rest of this entry »