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Q: As a woman, I’m intimidated by the weight room but want to add strength training into my routine without getting “bulky”. Do you have tips on what I can be doing to familiarize myself with this method of training?

A. Let me start by saying that you are not alone! The majority of women tend to steer clear of the free-weights area at the gym. Strength training is one of the easiest … more

By Brian Semonian, Blink Fitness Personal Training Director | 4/16/15

Q: I’m new to running and have signed up to run the 5K race at this year’s Long Island Marathon in May. Can you offer a beginner’s guide to training for this type of event?

A. First off, let me commend you for challenging yourself with an exciting new goal. A common concern I hear from our Blink members is that they are worried about how to plan for a race, stay on … more

By Brian Semonian, Blink Fitness Personal Training Director | 3/23/15

Q: I have ringing and buzzing in my ears. I have seen and heard advertisements for a number of different tinnitus remedies. Are there any that you recommend?

A: First some bad news, then the good news:Tinnitus (noises one hears that are not present in the environment) is a common condition. Advertisements for supposed tinnitus cures are also common. It is … more

Dr. Lawrence Cardano, Au.D | 2/27/15

Q: I’m desk-bound for at least 8 hours a day, which can be grueling on my back, neck, and shoulders. Is there anything I can be doing to help counteract this?

A: Work life, for many of us, involves being parked and inactive behind a desk half of our waking day. In fact, millions of Americans suffer from back pain due to an overly sedentary lifestyle. Our … more

Brian Semonian, Blink Fitness Personal Training Director | 2/10/15

Is it important to brush my pet’s teeth?

A: It is very important to brush your pet’s teeth. Poor dental hygiene ultimately affects a pet’s internal organs. If plaque builds up over time, it turns into … more

Central Veterinary Associates | 2/6/15

Q: I have trouble hearing clearly on the telephone. What can help?

A: While difficulties with telephone use can be solved in most cases, it is important to remember that there is no single solution that is best for everyone. At Hearing Center of Long Island we help … more

Dr. Lawrence Cardano, Au.D | 1/21/15

Q: What do I have to worry about for my pets at my superbowl party?

A: Cuddling up with your pet during your Superbowl party is a lot of fun. But you definitely want to be careful to prevent your pet from having a rough time. If you are having a lot of people over, … more

Central Veterinary Associates | 1/21/15

Q: What can I do to make sure I stick to my New Year’s weight loss resolutions?

A: Come New Year’s, everyone is looking to focus on weight loss, but it’s important to also think about how regular fitness is going to make you feel year-round. I know how difficult it … more

Brian Semonian, Blink Fitness Personal Training Director | 1/12/15

Your Healthy Pet

A: Believe it or not, there are lots of things that can be done from home to help keep your pet healthy. Cleaning your pet’s ears will help prevent ear infections. Brushing … more

Central Veterinary Associates | 12/22/14

Hofstra soccer star Lerthon Theuma, who graduated from Valley Stream North High School in Franklin Square, grew up in Malta.

Hofstra soccer player brings international flavor

Lerthon Theuma is one of 15 players on the Hofstra men’s soccer team who was born outside the United States, but Theuma is the only one of them who can say he went to high school in this country. The Franklin Square resident moved here from Malta when he was 12 and spent his teenage formative years adjusting to American cultural norms, both on and off the soccer field. more

By Nathan Weiser | 12/1/14

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