by Mike Hammer | Dec 5, 2014 | Fitness, Health
The Mile High Run Club has opened in Lower Manhattan! Their daily group treadmill classes and endurance focused strength training led by elite runners help everyone train like an athlete regardless of fitness level. Their expertly structured intervals and smart...
by Mike Hammer | Dec 4, 2014 | Fitness, Health
The holidays are finally here! For my wife and I, Thanksgiving and Christmas are our busiest times of the year. I’m sure most people can relate. In addition to running our boutique gym, Oak Fitness Club, there’s visiting family, holiday trips, and of course, all of...
by Mike Hammer | Dec 3, 2014 | Fitness, Health
Dr. Emily Weiss is an extremely talented athlete, marathoner, Cross-Fitter and Doctor of Physical Therapy in Lower Manhattan. Emily helps her patients in the same manner in which she addresses her own physical health, with meticulous attention to detail and unwavering...
by Mike Hammer | Nov 24, 2014 | Fitness, Health
It’s no secret that the Financial District is an extremely undernourished part of town when it comes to indoor cycling studios. Well FiDi residents and Wall Street tycoons, the wait is over. On Saturday November 22nd, SoulCycle opened its tenth, New York City location...
by Mike Hammer | Nov 11, 2014 | Fitness, Health
Attempting to read a cycle computer is almost impossible, especially while riding. Often times I ask myself why I even own one. The majority of modern-day cycle computers are extremely comprehensive, but the size of the display data leaves much to be desired. Having a...
by Mike Hammer | Nov 8, 2014 | Featured, Fitness, Health
For any cyclist, riding 100 miles (a century) is daunting task. Unlike shorter, 40-70 mile rides, a great deal of preparation must be done for a century. Aside from essential fitness, many other factors must be considered such as proper nutrition/hydration, quality...