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— By the time most men reach the age of 50, their testosterone levels have pulled an Elvis and “left the building.” They tire more easily and simply don’t possess the strength and the stamina they did in their younger years. In a word, they’ve succumbed to soft middle-age. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Studies show that men in their 50s and 60s, and even 70s can still build real muscle by training and eating right. But lifting weights and eating lots of protein isn’t enough when you pass 50 years of age. You also need to...

If you are lucky enough to have an established exercise routine, don’t let the cold weather interfere. There are lots of ways you can make adjustments that will allow you to stay fit, even when it’s freezing. For those of you who haven’t developed a routine, we invite you to join us in this winter landscape of new opportunities that will keep you from the hibernation blues. We asked Pia Johns, a trainer from the boutique retirement community, Duncaster, for her expert advice on a winter workout routine. Reasons to Workout in the Winter A body in motion stays in...

  As Eric Adams exulted in his victory in the New York City mayoral election, he invoked the legacy of giants that preceded him. Speaking to his jubilant supporters at the Marriott Hotel in Downtown Brooklyn on the evening of November 2, he rattled off the names of elected officials and activists who paved his way, the “revolutionaries who won wars without firing one shot.” They included Percy Sutton, who was, as Manhattan borough president, the highest-ranking Black elected official in the city at the time. U.S. Rep. Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to the House of Representatives...

Happy holidays! If you’re not performing in The Nutcracker, these few weeks off of school and normal dance classes are likely a welcome intermission in the middle of a very busy year. Dance Spirit has compiled a few suggestions for how you can maximize this breather and enter January rested and ready to go.Adjust your sleep scheduleBetween your school schedule, rehearsals, dance classes and performances, you’ve probably fallen into a less-than-optimal sleep schedule this semester. Take advantage of your time off from academics to get back on track. Your January self will thank you.Tie up loose endsIf you have any...