With the shorter days and rainy weather, it can be tough to motivate yourself to exercise. Many aren’t aware, there are, however, more benefits of exercise. What “hidden” benefits of exercise have been proven? IMPROVES MOOD AND SLEEP Exercise has been shown to have very positive effects on mood, stress and the health of your…
When the MJCC “celebrates champions and honors everyday athletes” at its annual dinner next month, it will be celebrating both its history and its important role in Jewish community life. Founded in 1914 as the B’nai B’rith Building and now known as the Mittleman Jewish Community Center, the “J” – its shortest moniker – has…
I usually take a pretty lighthearted view of things. I mean, really, if you live in Israel, you have to have a sense of humor. At least that’s what gets me through most days. Lately, though, the situation here called for some serious re-evaluation. Not a minor issue, those missiles landing on us over a…
It’s hard to believe that Israel had no microbreweries just a few years ago. Now the country is practically awash in ales. Israel has more than 20 licensed “boutique” breweries and a rapidly evolving drinking culture. Since the 1950s, the Israeli beer industry typically has been dominated by two breweries at a time. Since the…
The somewhat calm demeanor I acquired growing up in the United States has been constantly challenged by living in Israel for more than 31 years. Nowhere is this more evident than in driving. While I try to maintain the basic courtesy and caution imbued in me in the green tranquility of the U.S., it is…
Thanksgiving, Hanukkah and New Year’s Eve … the trifecta of reasons for over-indulging! Now that the excesses of the holidays are behind us, it’s time to get back to a more reasonable routine of healthier eating, regular exercise and a bit more sleep. In our house, January means ski season. Since our son is a…
