Kimberly Dawn Neumann

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Kimberly Dawn Neumann is a New York City-based magazine and book writer whose work has appeared in a wide variety of publications, including Women’s Health, Health, Cosmopolitan, Fitness, Prevention, Redbook and more. She graduated summa cum laude from the University of Maryland’s College of Journalism, and she holds certifications as an American Council on Exercise fitness professional, a certified life coach, a 200-hour RYT yoga instructor, and an Active Isolated Flexibility Technician. She is a top barre and dance instructor, a former National Competitive Aerobics Champion Bronze Medalist and a Broadway performer. She has also starred in 10 exercise videos. For more, visit: www.KDNeumann.com.

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  • What Is Hot Yoga? Benefits And Safety Advice

    Over 34 million people in the U.S. regularly practice yoga, an ancient physical and spiritual practice, according to Statista, a global business and intelligence platform that collects data and statistics. The potential benefits of practicing yoga are well-known, including increased...

  • At-Home Lyme Disease Test Kits: What You Need To Know

    Each year, approximately 35,000 cases of Lyme disease are reported in the U.S. However, owing to the difficulty of diagnosing Lyme disease as well as a climate change-related spike in the survival rates of Lyme-transmitting creatures, recent estimates suggest the...

  • Best Vitamins And Foods To Boost Your Immune System

    “Don’t forget to take your vitamins!” There’s a reason this friendly reminder is closely linked with staying healthy—your body needs certain nutrients to function optimally. But good nutrition isn’t just about popping a pill or chewable. Eating the right foods...

  • How To Lose Weight Fast, According To Experts

    People strive to lose weight for myriad reasons, and many fall into the fad diet trap promising real results fast. While there are certainly ways to accelerate your weight loss efforts, it’s important to understand that shedding pounds too quickly...

  • How To Relieve Sore Muscles: 8 Quick Tips

    Muscle soreness can quickly deflate a person’s motivation and derail their fitness goals. However, contrary to the idiom “no pain, no gain,” there are ways to prevent and mitigate the effects of overstressed muscular tissue and resulting aches and pains....

  • Calisthenics For Beginners: What It Is, How To Start And Exercises To Try

    When it comes to working out, there are many ways to move your body, and the benefits of each type of exercise depends on your fitness goals. When looking to build and maintain muscle—which is important for everyday function—using your...

  • Biohacking: What Is It And How Does It Work?

    Biohacking is a term used to describe various tips and tricks for enhancing the body’s ability to function at peak performance—and maybe even extend one’s lifespan. While certain modalities of biohacking may seem extreme, forms like meditation and intermittent fasting...

  • EliteSingles Review (2024): Is It Worth Using?

  • How To ‘Cure’ A Hangover: Expert-Backed Tips

    While the occasional night out with cocktails can be fun, alcohol-induced hangovers are the exact opposite. Unfortunately, even the best-intentioned partiers sometimes find themselves suffering after an evening under the influence. Day-after-drinking symptoms like nausea, headache, fatigue, shaking and dry...

  • 7 Best Exercises For Weight Loss, According To Experts

    Over 70% of U.S. adults have overweight or obesity, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. Yet only about 25% meet the recommended physical activity guidelines for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening exercise. If you’re looking to lose weight, experts...

  • How To Lose Arm Fat, According To Experts

    While the accumulation of fat in the upper arm region is sometimes a source of body insecurity, the good news is that it’s not generally considered a symptom of ill health. However, for people who are interested in slimming down,...

  • Red Light Therapy: Benefits, Side Effects And Uses

    Red light therapy may be beneficial when it comes to improved skin appearance, wound healing and pain management, according to current research. Red light therapy uses the therapeutic application of light energy primarily to aid in the healing of skin...

  • Why Do My Ears Itch?

    Got an itch you just can’t scratch? It can be a frustrating experience if it’s in an unreachable location—like the inside of your ear canal, for example. But what causes itchy ears in the first place? Allergies, aging, skin conditions...

  • Calm App Review: Tried And Tested In 2024

  • How To Detox Your Body Safely, According To Experts

    Is social media making you think you need to detox—a.k.a cleanse your body of nasty, disease-inducing germs and parasites? If so, you may want to keep reading before proceeding. While this buzzy “cleanse” trend has been touted for years as...

  • How To Reduce Body Fat: What Experts Say

    There’s a lot of information out there to digest when it comes to body fat. As a result, it can be tough to discern which strategies are most effective for individuals looking to lose weight and/or lower their body fat...

  • How To Prevent Hearing Loss: Expert Tips

    Hearing loss is the third most common chronic physical condition in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Approximately 13% of U.S. adults report having some trouble hearing, and that percentage more than doubles for...

  • 8 Mentally Stimulating Activities For Anyone Navigating Mobility Loss

    You’ve probably heard the adage “use it or lose it.” And while most people might associate that phrase purely with physical activity, it also applies to mental acuity as well. Studies show up to 40% of dementia cases worldwide may...

  • What Is The Law Of Attraction? A Complete Guide

    You’ve likely heard of the law of attraction thanks to the popular book The Secret, Oprah Winfrey and other celebrities like Lady Gaga and Steve Harvey who espouse the power of positive thinking. The theory states that optimistic thinking can...

  • MyHeritage DNA Review (2024)

  • Liminal Space: What Is It And How Does It Affect Your Mental Health?

    Feel like you’re stuck in limbo? You might actually be in liminal. Derived from the Latin word “limen” which means “threshold,” liminal space is a concept that may sound unfamiliar, but it’s something you’ve likely experienced in your daily life....

  • The Psychology Of Panic Buying

    First it was toilet paper, then masks, hand sanitizer, gasoline … the list goes on. While we may have collectively dealt with shortages in the past, recent world events have highlighted what happens when the supply chain runs dry. Though...

  • What Is Pickleball? Benefits, How To Play And More

    Want to try the fastest growing sport in the U.S.? Get your paddle ready. Pickleball now has 4.8 million participants nationwide and a 39.3% growth rate over the last two years, according to the Sports and Fitness Industry Association (SFIA)...

  • Ritual Protein Powder Review

    Sometimes it can be difficult to know if you’re getting enough protein to support your activity level and lean muscle mass. The daily recommended intake (DRI) for protein is 10% to 35% for healthy adults, according to the National Library...

  • What Are The 7 Chakras And How Can You Unblock Them?

    The term “chakra” is a common phrase in Ayurveda, yoga and other traditional holistic medicine practices. However, beyond the understanding that they’re vital to whole-body health but not visible to the naked eye, most people can’t explain exactly what chakras...

  • Practical Ways To Alleviate Loneliness And Isolation Among Older Adults

    Over 14 million older adults live alone in the U.S., according to the Administration on Aging. Unfortunately, loneliness and isolation are serious issues with deleterious health implications. Both are linked to decreased physical and mental health, as well as increased...

  • What Is Gray Area Drinking?

    Feeling a little anxious? Need to chill after a long day? No big deal—you just grab a glass of wine, right? And then another one if it was a really tough day. And maybe one more. Totally fine… or is...

  • Marriage Counseling: What Is It And Does It Work?

    First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes…marriage counseling? Not always, but according to a recent survey from MidAmerica Nazarene University, an average of 49% of married couples end up in marriage counseling at some point during their union. “Couples...

  • Health Benefits Of Tai Chi For Seniors

    Looking to get fitter without stressing out about it? Learn to go with the flow. Tai chi, a mind-body exercise rooted in multiple Asian traditions including martial arts, traditional Chinese medicine and philosophy, has become widely recognized as a gentle...

  • Doodle Your Way To Better Mental Health

    When faced with constant change and uncertainty, it can be difficult for even the most optimistic people to stay upbeat. But there’s an artistic way to manage your anxiety about the future: Doodle it out. “While it may sound a...

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