“At 54 years old, I’m gaining more muscle than ever. Here’s how.”

A person takes a selfie in the mirror in a medical setting.

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, my usual routine came to a halt. Other than the occasional walk with my family, I became quite sedentary, and it wasn’t long before a meat board and a glass or two of wine every night was the norm. At first it didn’t seem like a big deal, but over … Read more

“I’m 68 years old and can bench press 75 pounds. This is my exact weekly training routine.”

Suzanne Ra

Suzanne Rahr is a 68-year-old retiree from Wyoming who previously worked as a GIS director and map editor. Her workout routine didn’t start out as a happy story. “I started my health journey after a bicycle accident in 2011,” she recalls. “I was hit by a truck and broke my femur and fractured my pelvis.” … Read more

10 years of success: Bubba’s Project Gym launches massive community fitness weekend

10 years of success: Bubba's Project Gym launches massive community fitness weekend

The long-established Armor Gym is gearing up for a major milestone: Baba’s Project Gym (BPG) is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a series of events designed to bring the community together. Owned and operated by Coach Baba Ali and his wife Lindsey, the gym is a cornerstone of Armagh’s health, fitness and community. To kick … Read more

Jersey City takes first steps toward occupying shuttered hospital after 150 years of service

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Jersey City officials are taking the future of the shuttered Heights University Hospital site into their own hands. The City Council passed a resolution on March 25 directing the Planning Commission to study the site and make recommendations, which could include seizing the land to build a public hospital. The resolution passed 8-0, and Ward … Read more