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Workout Facility Founded By NFL Player To Open Location At Westchester Shopping Center Workout Facility Founded By NFL Player To Open Location At Westchester Shopping Center
Workout Facility Founded By NFL Player To Open Location At Westchester Shopping Center Looking to get some workouts in before the holidays begin? A soon-to-be-opening training facility at a Westchester shopping center has got you covered.  D1 Training, a training facility franchise founded by former NFL player Will Bartholomew, will open a new location at the Ridge Hill shopping center in Yonkers at 26 Market St. on Saturday, Oct. 19.  Those who visit the new facility will be able to try a sports-science-backed training regimen led by certified trainers for all age levels. The four age-based programs offered include: Rookie, for ages 7 to 11; Developmental, …
Grand Opening Held For Newly-Remodeled Gym At YMCA In Westchester Grand Opening Held For Newly-Remodeled Gym At YMCA In Westchester
Grand Opening Held For Newly-Remodeled Gym At YMCA In Westchester A YMCA in Westchester is celebrating the opening of its newly remodeled gymnasium following a restoration project supported by local, state, and federal officials.  The New Rochelle YMCA held a grand opening for its newly remodeled gymnasium on Tuesday, March 19  following a restoration effort supported by the city, Westchester County, New York State, and federal governments.  The effort was also funded by several local community and business partners and donors, according to the YMCA. "We want to thank all the elected officials, businesses, donors and our wonderful vendors …
NWH Holds First Men’s Health Panel Discussion NWH Holds First Men’s Health Panel Discussion
NWH Holds First Men’s Health Panel Discussion Did you know that men are much more likely than women to die by suicide? That they tend to skip doctor's appointments or routine screenings and avoid seeking help for mental illness?  Hoping to change that, Northern Westchester Hospital recently held a candid discussion about men's health. Panelists for "Man To Man — A Conversation On Men's Health" included Richard Catanzaro, MD, Chair of Psychiatry at Northern Westchester Hospital; Warren Bromberg, MD, Board Certified Urologist at CareMount Medical, Medical Director of the Prostate Program at the Cancer Treatment and We…
Fairfield County Man Appears On NBC's 'American Ninja Warrior' Fairfield County Man Appears On NBC's 'American Ninja Warrior'
Fairfield County Man Appears On NBC's 'American Ninja Warrior' A Fairfield County man will take center stage on national television as he debuts on “American Ninja Warrior” on NBC. Ridgefield native will debut on the popular NBC program at 8 p.m. on Monday, June 7 to kick off Season 13 of “American Ninja Warrior,” which showcases some of the country’s most talented athletes. The man, 33-year-old Zac Palazzo of Ridgefield, known locally as the “Zac of All Trades” carpenter, has trained for years at different gyms in Fairfield County and ramped up his efforts at various ninja gyms in advance of his American Ninja Warrior debut. A self-proclaimed “supe…
Extreme Sports – How Young Athletes Can Stay Safe Extreme Sports – How Young Athletes Can Stay Safe
Extreme Sports – How Young Athletes Can Stay Safe Action sports have captured the attention of an increasing number of athletes who are looking to push the limits. Along with the sense of adventure and creativity, the inherent danger with action sports is part of the draw for many young athletes, who may consider themselves adrenaline junkies! Whether mountain biking, skateboarding, rock climbing, snowboarding/skiing, surfing or doing parkour, there is something about the risk that makes every success more rewarding. As with any athlete, the goal is to continually push oneself to go bigger, faster and higher!   Despite the known r…
Why Cycling Is A Great Exercise For Everyone Why Cycling Is A Great Exercise For Everyone
Why Cycling Is A Great Exercise For Everyone Are you looking for a low-impact cardiovascular exercise that people of all ages can enjoy? Consider cycling! Cycling does not put a lot of load on your joints or involve any cutting or pivoting such as in tennis. You also have options — you can ride outside and enjoy nature or use a stationary bike in the convenience of your own home. Cycling is completely modifiable — you can choose to ride an easy, short path to loosen up, a challenging uphill course, or anything in between! Since it is a cardiovascular activity, you may even lose weight as you burn calories depending on how intense and …