This article was produced as part of the New York Jewish Week’s Teen Journalism Fellowship, a program that works with Jewish teens around New York City to report on issues that affect their lives. “We’re not just a Jewish team but we are playing for the Jewish people.” So says Zevi Samet, a junior guard for […]
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Amazingly, a friendly pat on the back of a basketball player can improve his or her performance, according to a research team at the University of Basel in Switzerland. A free throw in basketball will have every eye glued to one person during an intensely stressful situation, and many games are decided by this bonus. […]
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Amazingly, a friendly pat on the back of a basketball player can improve his/her performance, according to a research team at the University of Basel in Switzerland. A free throw in basketball will have every eye glued to one person during an intensely stressful situation, and many games are decided by this bonus. The university […]
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The days are getting warmer, summer is already around the corner, and with it comes the pool and the beach. This is the time of the year when you may be wondering how best and fastest to lose the extra kilos gained during the winter. So, before you follow another “trendy” diet or one presented […]
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Studies show that since exercise causes the release of stimulating endorphins, meaning that exercise in the evening may make it difficult to fall asleep. That said, exercising in the evening is of course better than not exercising at all, if this is your only free time. During lunch hours, exercise is sometimes less comfortable, as […]
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Like everything else, the fitness world is influenced by the latest trends and fashions. Sometimes these are passing fads, and sometimes they are long-lasting trends that bring a new and refreshing change, establishing itself among fitness and health enthusiasts worldwide. Every year since 2006, the American College of Sports and Medicine (ACSM) releases its list […]
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During the winter season, the temptation to spend more hours indoors than outdoors is common for many people. However, maintaining an active lifestyle during the cold months is crucial for overall health and well-being. Physical activity during the winter has many positive effects on the body’s health, disease prevention, and weight management. Research in the […]
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The joint sports streaming platform of Fox Corp, Walt Disney’s ESPN and Warner Bros Discovery is expected to be priced at above $40 per month, CNBC reported on Wednesday, citing sources. The media companies had said on Tuesday that they would launch a sports streaming service later this autumn to capture younger viewers who are […]
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A recent study published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism reveals that children who lead a physically inactive lifestyle may face elevated cholesterol levels in early adulthood, leading to potential heart health issues in their mid-40s. The research suggests that childhood sedentary behavior contributes significantly to a person’s cholesterol levels before their mid-20s, […]
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