Gary Kadi, CEO, NextLevel Practice, Marks 20 Years of Innovative, Team-Based Consulting
26
Apr
Are isometric exercises a good way to build strength?
26
Apr
Because isometric exercises are done in one position without movement, they’ll improve strength in only one particular position. You’d have to do various isometric exercises through your limb’s whole range of motion to improve muscle strength across the range. In addition, since isometric exercises are done in a static position, they won’t help improve speed or athletic performance. They can be useful, however, in enhancing stabilization — maintaining the position of the affected area — since muscles often contract isometrically to aid in stabilization.
By Edward R. Laskowski, M.D -Mayo Clinic
Isometric exercises are contractions of a particular muscle or group of muscles. During isometric exercises, the muscle doesn’t noticeably change length and the affected joint doesn’t move. Isometric exercises help maintain strength. They can also build strength, but not effectively.
Because isometric exercises are done in one position without movement, they’ll improve strength in only one particular position. You’d have to do various isometric exercises through your limb’s whole range of motion to improve muscle strength across the range. In addition, since isometric exercises are done in a static position, they won’t help improve speed or athletic performance. They can be useful, however, in enhancing stabilization — maintaining the position of the affected area — since muscles often contract isometrically to aid in stabilization.
Progress in Identifying the Genetic Roots of Autism
16
Feb
The Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal
By Melinda Beck The Wall Street Journal
One of the most agonizing questions that parents of children with autism ask is—why?
Now, a growing number of genetic tests are providing some answers.Melinda Beck on Lunch Break looks at how a growing number of genetic tests for autism are providing answers for some families. Plus, the parent of an autistic child joins us to explain how a new drug for the condition is having an impact on her son. Photo: Brian Harkin for The Wall Street Journal.
Scientists say that roughly 20% of autism cases can be linked to known genetic abnormalities, and many more may be discovered.Pinpointing a genetic explanation can help predict whether siblings are likely to have the disorder—and even point to new, targeted treatments. Last week, for example, researchers reported that an experimental drug, arbaclofen, reduced social withdrawal and challenging behaviors in children and adults with Fragile X syndrome, the single most common genetic cause of autism.
People & Culture expert Rochelle DiRe on how HR has evolved over the past 20+ years
01
Feb
In 1994, Rochelle DiRe left the art world for a career in HR and hasn’t looked back. Since, she’s worked in the rapidly evolving media industry (including for Time Warner and Martha Stewart Omnimedia) as well as for a host of NYC startups (LimeWire, Quirky, Intent Media Inc, and Managed by Q). She is now the Chief People Officer at Blink Health.
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The yurty life AT-Pirate King David Wannen
15
Jan
DIRT HEALTHY LIVING FROM THE GROUND UP
WOULDN’T IT BE NICE TO LIVE IN THIS ALL THE TIME?’
BY BECCA TUCKER
Welcome to Copperline Farm, says David Wannen as I pull up the long, meandering driveway. It’s not exactly a farm – not yet, anyway. The name comes from a nostalgic James Taylor song about the slice of rural North Carolina where Taylor grew up. But for Wannen and his wife, Dr. Jame Wannen, who just moved their family up to Dutchess County from the Bronx, the country life is chock full of romance. Even their hound dog taking off after a black bear was a thrill.
David hails from D.C., originally, and Jame from L.A. Now the pair of city mice have got 37 acres that lead right up to the Appalachian Trail. From laying their own flooring to learning to drive the tractor and the brush-hog, they are savoring it all.
So are their friends.
“In the age of Facebook, we shared every step,” said David, 39. “We had quite our audience. It really became almost famous among our friends.” 
Study uncovers potential key to preventing back pain in runners
06
Jan
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
A new study examines what may cause chronic back pain in runners and the exercises to help prevent it. The study suggests that runners with weak deep core muscles are at higher risk of developing low back pain. And, unfortunately, most people’s deep core muscles aren’t nearly as strong as they should be. The study, published in the Journal of Biomechanics, suggests that runners with weak deep core muscles are at higher risk of developing low back pain. And, unfortunately, most people’s deep core muscles aren’t nearly as strong as they should be. To examine the role of the superficial and deep core muscles, researchers used motion detection technology and force-measuring floor plates to estimate muscle movements during activity.
CEO Ajei Gopal to hear about his engineering software company’s latest ventures.
06
Jan
CNBC-Simulation software CEO on Ferrari racecars:
‘With Ansys, they can win’
Jim Cramer sat down with Ansys President and CEO Ajei Gopal to hear about his engineering software company’s latest ventures.
Prostate Cancer: How to Interpret a Rising PSA Post-treatment
11
Dec
The following is a clinical perspective from Dr. Geo, whose recent book on prostate cancer (Thrive Don’t Only Survive) is available and recommended.
A 63-year-old patient who is one year after prostate cancer surgery recently came to see me at my clinic following his recent diagnosis of recurrence PSA. He looked at me strangely, so I asked him, “What’s wrong?” He responded with “I thought I didn’t have ever to worry about prostate cancer again since I had it taken out. I expected my PSA to be zero forever. I’m confused.”