Stop working if you’re sick

I am as guilty of continuing to work when not feeling well (migraines) as many others are. While I would never expose my clients to anything communicable, I’ve always prided myself on working when I’m not 100%. Wrong! This isn’t just about an American attitude to...

Where do we go from here?

As worried as I am about the coronavirus pandemic, I’m more concerned about what has been exposed by it — income inequality, torn safety net, lack of health insurance, inadequate or nonexistent family and medical leave, food insecurity, housing insecurity,...

Preserving mental health in pandemic

It’s hard self-isolating, sometimes in the same house with family members who may have the virus! There are many things you can do to keep your sanity during this stressful time. First, try to maintain a schedule. Get up, shower, get dressed and tackle your to-do...

Gratitude during pandemic

During times like this (I hope I never see the likes of this again), it can be difficult to remember what we should be grateful for. I’m grateful for a roof over my head, food in my belly, good health and the good health of my loved ones and, hopefully, a thriving...

Teaching healthy body image

I’ve been thinking while on the treadmill about what to write about for my next column. I thought about the “selfies” being posted by various celebrities (and wannabees) to prove how “hot” they are. I was particularly appalled by the “selfies” posted by women who had...

Weight loss confusion

Weight loss is something I’m familiar with, having struggled with my weight for almost 40 years. I’ve written about this struggle many times and I want to address some recent information that’s been published about this topic. One study was on the effects of exercise...

Power Plate Discover Workshop in Wayland, MA on 4/28.

In addition to covering our traditional fitness curriculum, we will also cover the healthcare benefits of Power Plate including: improved bone density Lymphatic drainage hormonal improvements inflammation reduction pain management. The course is complimentary if you...

What to eat?

It seems like a day doesn’t go by when we read about some contradictory advice about what to eat. Eggs are bad; now they’re good. Same for cheese, butter, etc. Carbs are bad; now not so much! What are we supposed to eat? Extreme diets don’t work. Too few calories will...

Article about Pilates Works in Wayland

Debra Goldman was featured in an online article at Gym Source. ” At Gym Source, we appreciate the importance of personal trainers. That’s why we regularly spotlight local trainers making a big impact on their clients’ well-being. This month, we’re happy to...

Weight Loss Confusion

Weight loss is something I’m familiar with, having struggled with my weight for almost 40 years. I’ve written about this struggle many times and I want to address some recent information that’s been published about this topic. One study was on the effects of exercise...