By JOSELYN KING Staff Writer The concept of “clean eating” doesn’t mean one should only consume mushrooms, carrots and potatoes pulled from the earth and washed, or just fresh vegetables and water. It’s a diet even the strictest of carnivores can embrace, as it reflects the ...
By DREW PARKER Staff Writer When the average Ohio Valley resident prepares to create a refreshing spring drink at home, they may envision a classic iced tea or lemonade, but one area health specialist is encouraging locals to attempt a more unique option. Although the drink is arguably 5,000 years old and made its Western debut in the 1970s, kombucha was heavily regarded as a niche market drink until recent years. Several brands, such as GT’s and KeVita, can be found in the the health and organic sections of many local chain stores including Kroger and Wal-Mart. But Kathie ...
By JANET METZNER Staff Writer As fitness instructors focus on fulfilling customers’ desires to act out their dreams, customers are finding niche classes where they can get fit their own way. Two classes in the Ohio Valley offer such opportunities. For those who have dreamed of fighting alongside a small band of rebels as Jedi do in some “Star Wars” movies, there’s a series of courses that teach light sabre combat skills at Stone Martial Arts in Wheeling’s Washington Avenue Shopping Plaza. If dancing and getting a longer, leaner body appeals to a heart’s desire, ...
By SHELLEY HANSON Staff Writer Thinking about joining a gym? Don’t sweat it — it’s easier than you think. For those who might have reservations about becoming a gym member, the first step is to visit the facility, said Adam Shinsky, executive director of the Wheeling YMCA Wheeling in Elm Grove. “The best thing to do before you join is to ask for a tour and ask for everything a membership includes, including classes,” Shinsky said. “Many times when someone is new they will walk in and see there is a variety of classes. We have classes for any fitness level and for any ...
By LINDA COMINS Staff Writer In eyewear trends this year, “everything old is new again,” but with a sleeker, sassier look than spectacles of yore. The newest styles of eyeglasses include clear frames or brightly colored frames for making cool or bold looks. It’s not unusual for people to have fun with sunglasses — choosing funky, exotic or outrageous frames — but that playfulness is spilling into selections for regular prescription eyeglasses. The descriptive names of frames reflect an attitude, with selections including Coquette, Dapper, Ritzy, Hotsy and Bee’s ...
By JANELL HUNTER Staff Writer With warmer weather just around the corner, many of us are starting to think about how we are going to get in better shape to look our best in spring and summer clothes. Many people have gym memberships but are too busy to get there as often as they would like. So, finding ways to exercise between visits to the gym is a must for many people. Mindy Spaar, a retired physical education and health teacher who now works at Hudson Premier Fitness in Moundsville, said there are many ways to “keep moving” when you can’t get to the gym. Spaar served as ...
