Health & Fitness

It’s A Woman’s World: The Massachusetts Conference For Women

It’s A Woman’s World: The Massachusetts Conference For Women

This year, over 5000 women are expected to attend the 5th annual Massachusetts Conference for Women. Held at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, the event offers women a chance to network with people in every field, listen to dynamic speakers ranging from financial whiz Suze Orman to Massachusetts First Lady Diane Patrick, and to […]

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Where Have All The Abortions Gone? The Decline Of Abortion Providers In Massachusetts

Where Have All The Abortions Gone? The Decline Of Abortion Providers In Massachusetts

A national anti-abortion campaign has declared October 9th National Pro-Life Cupcake Day. Called Cupcakes For Life , the organization is spreading their pro-life message by encouraging supporters to hand out 50,000,000 cupcakes across the country to represent the “50,000,000 children who weren’t allowed to be born” because of abortion. Sadly, this event happens to coincide with […]

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Grow A ‘Mo In The Name Of Cancer Research

Filed in Health & Fitness, Lifestyle by on October 3, 2009 1 Comment
Grow A ‘Mo In The Name Of Cancer Research

When it comes to facial hair, younger generations of men seem to avoid moustaches like the plague. Reserved for fathers, cops, and 1970’s porn stars, it’s safe to say that they aren’t the most popular form of facial hair.  But as November creeps around the corner, an international charity is daring men to embrace their […]

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Make The Promise To Save The Women In Your Life

Make The Promise To Save The Women In Your Life

One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. That means the odds are that a woman you know could be a victim of the second most frequent cause of death among their gender. But as revolutions in cancer research continue to progress, a breast cancer diagnosis is no longer a […]

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Beacon Hill Athletic Clubs Celebrates 20 Years

Beacon Hill Athletic Clubs Celebrates 20 Years

The Beacon Hill Athletic Clubs are celebrating their 20th year anniversary. Listen as the staff explains what makes BHAC a great place for anyone to work out.

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Cyclists Take Over Boston’s Streets, if Only For the Weekend

Filed in Health & Fitness, Local Events, Things To Do by on September 26, 2009 0 Comments
Cyclists Take Over Boston’s Streets, if Only For the Weekend

This weekend, bikers are no longer an anomaly on Boston’s roads as the Boston Cycling Celebration takes over the streets with races, rides, and even some mayoral pedal pushing. The events officially kick off today, though with September’s Critical Mass fortuitously happening yesterday—the purposely street clogging ride to promote city cycling takes place on the […]

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Boston Bike Riders Hope To Legalize Riding In Franklin Park

Filed in Health & Fitness, Lifestyle, Local News, Sports by on September 9, 2009 0 Comments
Boston Bike Riders Hope To Legalize Riding In Franklin Park

Boston-area bike riders will gather today to prepare a formal request to legalize biking in Franklin Park. While the ban on bikes isn’t generally enforced, officially allowing bikes in the area will provide a wider audience with an opportunity to utilize the space. Area biking groups Dot Bike, Rozzie Bikes, and JP Bikes will meet […]

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Chefs in Schools Initiative Helps Boston Children Eat Healthy Meals

Filed in Food & Dining, Health & Fitness, Lifestyle, Local News by on September 3, 2009 1 Comment
Chefs in Schools Initiative Helps Boston Children Eat Healthy Meals

Today kicks off the Boston Public Schools fall semester, and a growing initiative to improve school meals is underway. 8 Boston schools have implemented the Chefs in Schools program, which helps Boston children find healthy meals in their school cafeteria that limit processed foods and emphasize the important of nutritious fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. […]

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Farewell, Old Friend: Paco’s Last Ride

Filed in Health & Fitness, Lifestyle by on August 11, 2009 1 Comment
Farewell, Old Friend: Paco’s Last Ride

Today, sometime between the hours of 10 A.M. and 4 P.M., my dear friend and loyal companion, Paco, was cut down in the prime of his life. He was tall, tough as steel, always ready to take off on any adventure with me no matter the time of day. I will miss him greatly, for […]

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Numbers Talk… But Who’s Listening?

Filed in Health & Fitness, Relationships by on June 10, 2009 0 Comments
Numbers Talk… But Who’s Listening?

Have you had weight issues? Gabby Gabriel discusses her own personal experiences with weighty subjects.

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