"Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall." - F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby Tomorrow is Labor Day, which means it’s time to say goodbye to summer camp-outs and long beach days and head back to school and work for the fall. The days are getting shorter … [Read more...] about The Optimist View: The back-to-school edition
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How to protect yourself if someone in your home tests positive for covid-19
Learning that someone in your home has tested positive for covid-19 can be a scary experience, but knowing how to handle the situation can help keep you healthy and make everyone more comfortable in a stressful situation. Here is an 8-step guide on what to do if the situation … [Read more...] about How to protect yourself if someone in your home tests positive for covid-19
Humorous posters urge National Park visitors to stay a bear’s length apart
As quarantined visitors itch to get back into nature, national parks across the country are moving to reopen. However, even in the vastness of the outdoors, park officials still have concerns about the spread of Covid-19. The National Parks Service has rolled out some creative … [Read more...] about Humorous posters urge National Park visitors to stay a bear’s length apart
Sore muscles? Here’s how to help them recover faster
Do you ever wonder why muscles like calves or quadriceps remain sore for days after a workout while biceps bounce back quickly? There are many factors that influence muscle recovery including size, function, and attachments. Understanding what causes soreness can help you get … [Read more...] about Sore muscles? Here’s how to help them recover faster
Sitting a lot? Here’s how to keep your back pain-free
Humans have developed a habit of being overly sedentary, and we’re afraid coronavirus lockdowns aren’t exactly helping. NYC-based Physiotherapist Charlotte Sayers told Greatist that most of her clients are complaining of new low back pains since they’ve started working from home. … [Read more...] about Sitting a lot? Here’s how to keep your back pain-free