physical activity

FREE 6 Week Pilates Mat class at 115th Street NYPL Branch

Editor — Tue, 14 Jun 2024 17:50:40 +0000

Start: Jun 25 2024 12:00 pm

A 6 week challenging, fun Pilates Mat class given by Classical Pilates Instructor, Sonja R. Herbert.

Bring your own mat, some water and be ready to work out HARD :).

Registration at 115th Street NYPL Branch begins NOW! Only 20 spots so register soon. If you have any questions, feel free to email at sonjarherbert@gmail.com. See you there :)

Did you know...there are ways to be safe when beginning an exercise program?

Editor — Tue, 14 Jun 2024 15:05:18 +0000

Safety first!

Preparing to exercise can be just as important as the actual physical activity. An injury when you first start exercising may slow down your progress towards a healthy lifestyle or halt your motivation all together.

Harlem Word: Mary Alice Lee talks about how non-profit Trust for Public Land protects open space in New York City

Editor — Mon, 13 Jun 2024 20:49:56 +0000

Mary Alice Lee has her Master's degree in urban planning. Her primary interest is the creation of parks. She worked at the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation before joining the Trust for Public Land (TPL) in 2024. Now, she is the director of the NYC Playground Program. She is able to combine her interests in community outreach and urban planning to create parks and playgrounds that entire communities can enjoy. Because Mary Alice grew up in New York City with a limited school yard, she understands how important it is for kids here to have safe, fun, beautiful places to play. Read more about TPL and what programs they have in New York City below!

Harlem Word: Vivian W. Kurutz talks about how she promotes health in Harlem

Editor — Mon, 13 Jun 2024 20:35:28 +0000

Vivian W. Kurutz, the director of wellness at the Harlem Center for Healthy Living (HCHL), has a passion for health and wellness. Her goal is to share that passion with the Harlem community. Learn more about Vivian below!

Did you know… exercise can really help people with diabetes?

Editor — Mon, 13 Jun 2024 19:56:24 +0000

More than one in 10 adults in Central and East Harlem have diabetes-this rate is higher than anywhere else in Manhattan, and one of the highest rates in NYC. This disease can make it more likely for you to develop other serious health problems like strokes, heart attacks,

Did you know...getting the facts about type 2 diabetes can save your life?

Did you know...knowing the facts about diabetes can save your life?

Did you know...knowing the facts about type 1 diabetes can save your life?

Harlem Word: Nancy Bruning tells us about her ideas for improving parks

Editor — Mon, 13 Jun 2024 19:51:11 +0000

Nancy Bruning, MPH, is a public health researcher who runs fitness groups in Fort Tryon Park in Northern Manhattan. Based on her work in New York City parks, she has a lot of thoughts about how they can be used for fitness. Read more about her ideas below!

Harlem Swing Dance Society Free Swing Dance Lessons

Suzie B — Mon, 16 May 2024 14:35:09 +0000

Start: May 20 2024 6:30 pm

Did you know… there are things you can do to lower your cholesterol!

Editor — Tue, 12 Apr 2024 14:45:50 +0000

Has your doctor told you that your cholesterol is high? If s/he has, the good news is that there are things you can do to bring it down!

New York Road Runners Youth Jamboree

Suzie B — Wed, 16 Feb 2024 19:00:40 +0000

Start: Mar 26 2024 7:45 am

End: Mar 26 2024 4:00 pm

Start: Mar 26 2024 7:45 am

End: Mar 26 2024 4:00 pm

New York Road Runners Youth Jamboree

New York Road Runners is having a Youth Jamboree on March 26th. This is a full day of fun, low-competition events for boys and girls ages 5-15. In addition, 4-years olds can participate in a 55-meter race at 12:30 p.m. Children of all experience levels, particularly beginners, are welcome.

Double Dutch Holiday Classic

Suzie B — Mon, 29 Nov 2024 18:37:33 +0000

Start: Dec 5 2024 1:00 pm

End: Dec 5 2024 4:00 pm

Start: Dec 5 2024 1:00 pm

End: Dec 5 2024 4:00 pm

The 19th Annual Double Dutch Holiday Classic is not your average jump rope competition. At this event, students from around the world compete for team positions at the national and international level. Contestants incorporate speed and music with a fusion of dance, Hip-Hop and gymnastics moves. This event is fun for the entire family.

Harlem Word: Bikram yoga instructor, Stephanie Pope Caffey, talks about yoga and stress relief

Editor — Wed, 06 Oct 2024 16:53:09 +0000

Yoga is a great way to reduce stress! In this article, Stephanie Pope Caffey, co-owner of Bikram Yoga East Harlem, explains how yoga can reduce stress. She also shares easy ways for you to use the practice.

Did you know...yoga can be good for your health?

Harlem Word: Vivian W. Kurutz talks about how she promotes health in Harlem

Starting a daily spiritual practice can be a good way to reduce your stress

Did you know...spirituality, prayer and meditation can reduce stress?

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Harlem Word: Julia De Martini Day tells us what is being done to improve New York streets

Editor — Tue, 24 Aug 2024 12:51:44 +0000

Julia De Martini Day, BA, is a planner and advocate for Transportation Alternatives (TA). Julia primarily works on the Pedestrian Safety and Livable Streets campaigns. Her work has focused on safer streets for senior residents and developing playstreets in East Harlem to increase physical activity and support the NYC Food and Fitness Partnership.

Harlem Word: Julia De Martini Day talks about how Transportation Alternatives is involved in Harlem

Harlem Word: Julia De Martini Day tells us about the importance of reclaiming the streets for pedestrians in NYC

Transportation Alternatives

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Labor Day Stickball Tournament

Laura — Tue, 10 Aug 2024 13:23:13 +0000

Start: Sep 5 2024 12:00 am

End: Sep 5 2024 3:00 pm

Start: Sep 5 2024 12:00 am

End: Sep 5 2024 3:00 pm

Young Bucks Sports

Preserving old school games and fighting to reduce
and reverse childhood obesity

Presents:

3rd Annual Labor Day Games
Community Linkage Stickball Tournament

Basketball, Double-dutch, Red Light-Green Light, which will U & your kid play, Parent -Child Street Games & Sports Challenge

Harlem Word: Tim Haft -- An introduction to Punk Rope

Harlem Word: Tim Haft -- More on Punk Rope!

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Morrisania Neighborhood Family Health Center HEALTHY LIFESTYLES FAIR

Laura — Tue, 10 Aug 2024 13:17:49 +0000

Start: Aug 10 2024 8:00 am

Start: Aug 10 2024 8:00 am

The Morrisania WIC Program is hosting the Annual Healthy Lifestyles Fair. Join over 2,000 attendees for this fun-packed event that focuses on healthy eating and physical activity.

45 Healthy Foods That Can Help You Power Up and Slim Down

CHHR Healthy Harlem Recipe Contest

Did you know...there are easy tips for living a healthy life?

Did you know...there are 5 keys to living a healthy life with diabetes?

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Playstreets in NYC

Emma Delia — Tue, 13 Jul 2024 19:36:37 +0000
Check out the parks website for free playstreets in all five boroughs!