Why live with pain when you can get rid of it? Call Access Physical Therapy & Wellness to set up a free consultation with a Physical Therapist to see if we can help.
Neil Chernick, MSPT, OCS, cert MDT, CSCS, Owner/Director Access Physical Therapy & Wellness 530 Main Street Armonk, NY (914) 273-9100 www.AccessPTW.com
My favorite ski areas are Windham (like being in southern Vermont but 2 hours closer....great day trip...home in time for dinner), I like Stratton (everything is top shelf), and Okemo (excellent ski-in, ski-out opportunities for young families...awesome snow-making).
In the East, Stowe is hands-down, my personal favorite -- you instantly recognize all of skiing's heritage along that terrific five mile long access road. It's a really big mountain, with big mountain weather and snow conditions. Plenty of nifty places to stay and eat. Total class-act. Friendly skier population with lots of college kids.
Out West, Salt Lake City is best bet, seven world class ski areas within 45 minutes of airport (non-stop from NYC). Leave here on an early flight and ski that afternoon (and, most ski areas give you a ticket for the afternoon when you present them your boarding pass from that morning -- pretty cool)! Hard to go wrong in Utah. Odds are that is the best snow in America at any given time.
After that, Vail! What a machine! Vast, vast, vast, terrain with those spectacular bowls that go on and on and on. You get what you pay for. Vail is expensive but they deliver the goods!
Armonk, Can You Feel Those Latin Rhythms?
January 29, 2010 By Bonnie McGee
If you’ve been to any gym, exercise or dance studio in recent days, you may have heard the buzz about of the latest craze in exercise—Zumba! It’s a dance-inspired workout program fusing hypnotic Latin rhythms and low-impact, easy-to-follow moves that can burn up to 600 calories per hour. And it’s come to North Castle, thanks to Amy Olin. On Tuesdays and Fridays, you’ll find Amy leading local Zumba enthusiasts through their moves at the Hergenhan Recreation Center, and Thursday evenings at the Armonk Methodist Church.
With a life-long passion for music, dance and movement, Amy has been well-known to local residents as a Musical Munchkins instructor, which she began teaching fourteen years ago when her own children were small. Looking for something new to enhance her career, Amy found herself completely drawn into the Latin-influenced routines of Zumba. “Not all instructors are the same. I was lucky to find one that was inspiring--a beautiful salsa dance champion whose energy was infectious.” Amy soon enrolled as an instructor and became certified in Zumba and Zumba Gold. Zumba, which translates to “moving fast,” actually began in the 90s, when originator Beto Perez accidentally forgot his aerobics music on his way to teach class, and was forced to improvise with the Latin music he had on hand. Today, the trademarked Zumba program has gone global with locations in 75 countries.
Amy strives to make her classes fun and accessible, infusing each workout with her warmth and vitality. “What makes a good instructor is enthusiasm and acceptance—being passionate about what you’re teaching, while engaging everyone to participate without intimidation.” Amy’s students, who range from 30 something to seniors, have become loyal followers. “It’s a mind-body thing--you have to think through the steps as you move to the music.” Latin, Asian and African songs are carefully woven into the program. “Music is king—it’s what gets you moving and keeps you moving at any age.” Supporting every move is Amy’s extensive knowledge of the body. “I love the mechanics of the body.” She has been certified by AFAA in aerobics fitness, a credential based on rigorous instruction about energy systems, heart rate monitoring, and the muscular-skeletal system. “I want women to feel comfortable and safe—many of them are my contemporaries, so I understand their concerns.” Holding class in community facilities instead of private clubs helps create a sense of belonging and allows people to feel at ease.
You could say that Amy Olin has been dancing her way through Westchester all of her life. Having grown up in Eastchester, Amy has called North Castle home for the past twelve years, where she resides with husband Bill, a high tech sales consultant, and their two daughters, a freshman and junior at Byram Hills High School. She is an accomplished dancer who has had a love of musical theater since childhood. “My mother always took my sister Annabelle and I to see Broadway musicals, but it wasn’t until I saw ‘No No, Nanette’ that I knew what I wanted to do for the rest of my life.” She studied tap and other dance forms, attended Westchester Music and Arts Camp, danced in college, and has performed at the Pleasantville Community Theater and The Theater Place. Amy studied elementary education in college, and has successfully combined her teaching experience with her passion for movement. She has taught tap dancing, aerobic dance, tapercise and dancercise. “My dance and teaching background lends itself perfectly to the success of my Zumba classes.” And successful they are, filled to capacity with women who are having the time of their lives getting in shape.
Byram Hills Varsity and Junior Varsity girls play soccer at Armonk Indoor Sports. The indoor games is much faster on a shorter field and more of a reaction game then skill.
South County Trailway near Barney St.
North County Trailway Bridge over the Croton Reservoir.
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150 Miles of Trails
With over 150 miles of trails, Westchester County has an extensive regional trail system. The trails exist along old railroad corridors,
parkway right-of-ways and scenic waterfronts as well as routes along
highways. These trails provide able space for the Westchester population to improve the overall quality of life in
the County. The County is looking to implement another 200 miles of hiking trails, bike paths and routes throughout the conuty. Current projects include the development of new sections of
the Westchester RiverWalk, construction of major sections of the South
County Trailway in Yonkers and a new section of the Bronx River
Pathway in Scarsdale and Eastchester. Photos and source:Westchestergov.com
Heel pain is one of the most common problems treated by a Podiatrist. It can occur in children and adults alike.
In children, up to the approximate age of 14-16, it’s called Sever’s disease, while in adults it’s referred to as plantar fasciitis. Of course, before any diagnosis can be made, the patient must be carefully examined, a full history must be obtained and x-rays and/or a MRI must be taken to rule out any osseous (bone) injury such as stress fracture, true fracture, Achilles tendon or plantar fascia pathology.
Sever’s disease usually occurs in athletic children who participate in sports such as soccer, basketball or gymnastics. This, however, is not always the case. Weight can also be a contributing factor. Overall, it stems from repetitive stress on the heel and the pull of the Achilles tendon on the back of the heel. The pain can be present on the bottom or back of the heel either upon awakening in the morning or after exercise. Rest will calm the condition, but it will recur when the activity is repeated.
Plantar fasciitis is a very similar condition with matching symptoms. However, in most cases, weight plays a more dominant role and the pain is strictly located on the bottom of the foot in the heel and/or arch. The pain most commonly occurs in the morning upon awakening, and then subsides briefly before recurring again towards the end of the day. In addition to being overweight, runners are at a higher risk for plantar fasciitis due to the repetitive stress on their heel bone. Foot types also play a major role in the etiology of the disease. People who tend to have a higher instep and those with a flat arch are more prone to experience plantar fasciitis.
Heel pain is no small matter, if you find you feel any sort of pain in your heel, especially upon awakening in the morning, this is not normal and should be treated by a professional. Luckily it's easy to fix. You'll need rest, ice and over the counter anti-inflammatories and a good pair of custom, supportive orthotics to control the symptoms.
Never ignore pain, listen to your body and get appropriate medical care if you have lingering heel pain.
This column was written by Dr. Frank Lattarulo, an Armonk resident and advertiser of AllAboutArmonk.com. His practice is the Family Podiatry Associates in Elmsford, NY. He invites you to contact him with questions about heel pain or any other foot concerns. You can reach him at (914) 345.3400 or doclatt@aol.com
The Art of Child Rearing: Guidelines in Choosing the Right Summer Opportunities for your Child
Child rearing is full of defining moments. Passing on your values, teaching how to be a good winner and not a sore loser, and helping learn how to navigate social relationships and friendships are just a few of these critical moments shared with our children. Another is choosing the right summer opportunity for your child. There are many questions that must be asked as you review the many diverse summer experiences available for your child. Will my child make friends? What happens if my child does not want to participate in a specific activity? How will it be handled when he is disappointed in his athletic performance? What will happen if my child can’t pass the swim test? Will my child be safe? Be sure to choose a program that aligns with your values and meets your families’ financial, programmatic, and emotional needs. Make it a priority to meet the director, an open and honest communication is a key component to success. Share both your concerns and your expectations, inviting dialogue from the director in order to decide together if the program is the right fit. The following 10 important topics should be considered before making any program choice.
For a 4X4 puzzle, fill in with numbers 1-4. For a 6X6 puzzle, fill in with the numbers 1-6.
Do not repeat a number in any row or column.
The numbers in each heavily outlined set of squares, called cages, must combine (in any order) to produce the target number in the top corner using the mathematical operation indicated.
Cages with just one box should be filled in with the target number in the top corner.
A number can be repeated within a cage as long as it is not in the same row or column.
ARMONK, NY (January 2010) – An integral part of the Armonk community for more than three decades, the Canyon Club has been renamed Brynwood Golf & Country Club. The new name heralds a new era for the 156-acre private country club. Read More
Rain doesn't deter a group of four cyclist that stopped for a break on Main Street before heading down Lake Street to Route 1 into the Bronx.
Paddle Tennis Anyone?
December 19, 2009
The temperature was 20°F and the predicted snowstorm was just beginning. That didn't deter Terry and his nephew, Clint, from hitting the courts. It was Clint's first go at the game and he had a fierce spin on the ball. Terry was able to return everything that came to him and made the shot off the back fence look easy. Terry explains, "I don't wear gloves because they prevent the full feel of the paddle."
