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Evan Mansfield never expected to go far in life. The humble Irishman was diagnosed with autism at a very young age, and he wasn’t fully verbal until 6 years old. Thanks to years of therapy and unwavering support from his family and friends, Mansfield is finishing his MBA at Fairfield University in Connecticut and preparing to toe the start line at Sunday’s TCS New York City Marathon for the first time. Connecticut grad student Evan Mansfield is set to run Sunday’s TCS New York City Marathon. He’s raising awareness about autism, his diagnosis since the age of 2. Matthew McDermott…

Sorry, fellas. New research suggests that men may need to exercise twice as much as women to lower their chances of developing a major health threat that kills them more often. “This study provides strong evidence that a one-size-fits-all approach cannot and should not be used to guide physical activity recommendations for men and women,” Dr. Emily Lau, a cardiologist, wrote in an editorial. In response to their new findings, scientists are calling for the development of sex-specific exercise guidelines. Svitlana – stock.adobe.com The CDC recommends that US adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity a week,…

On the dance floor, Phyllis Bogart moves like she’s made of electricity, not metal. At 78, her pink-and-purple-streaked curls bounce as she shimmies and shakes with the energy of someone half her age, each twirl punctuated by a wide, wild grin. It’s clear that four hip replacements, a mechanical knee and a string of other surgeries haven’t slowed her down — though they did earn her a nickname. “With all the titanium in my body, I’ve become known as the bionic babe,” Bogart told The Post. Phyllis Bogart discovered the Pacemakers after her beautician recommended she join the group. She’s…

Is your phone sabotaging your gains? New research suggests that popular calorie-counting and workout-tracking apps may be doing more harm than good, leaving users feeling frustrated rather than fired up to reach their goals. That’s bad news for the 92 million Americans who rely on these platforms to track every bite and bench press, raising questions about whether the tech meant to help them is actually holding them back. Digital health tracking apps have surged in popularity in recent years. Prostock-studio – stock.adobe.com In the study, researchers at University College London and Loughborough University analyzed 58,881 posts on X (formerly…

A US Navy vet did walking lunges for more 4.06 miles — breaking two world records in the process. Mike McCastle, 38, completed his knee-crippling feat of endurance across Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats as part of a lifelong challenge to complete 12 extreme sporting missions. He broke the world record for the most lunges in an hour — completing 3,262 — and the record for the longest distance traveled by walking lunges in the same time frame, covering 2.22miles. US Navy vet Mike McCastle did walking lunges for over 4.06 miles and broke the world records for the most lunges…

Aging well never gets old. We used to think of aging well as simply avoiding disease. That concept has evolved over the years to a broader, more holistic view that includes physical, mental, emotional and social well-being. The problem is that it can be difficult to tell how well you’re aging without wearing a premium health tracker or visiting a pricey longevity clinic. Dr. Mitch Ghen has written several textbooks, including “Advance Guide to Longevity Medicine.” Access Medical Labs Enter Dr. Mitch Ghen, medical director of physician education at Access Medical Labs, who specializes in anti-aging, holistic and integrative medicine. He…

Downward dog just got a whole new meaning.  At Puppy Sphere, New York yogis swap silence and stillness for snuggles and slobbery kisses, as wagging tails and wet noses weave between their mats mid-flow. But don’t mistake this feel-good fitness class for just a cute photo op. Puppy Sphere offers yoga classes at four locations across New York City. (Pictured: New York Post’s Paige Kahn) Paige Kahn/NY Post “There’s something truly special about combining mindful movement with the unconditional love of puppies,” said Francesca Albo and Lea Burbidge-Izquierdo, co-founders of Puppy Sphere, creators of the original puppy yoga experience. “Yoga…

She set out to conquer the world’s highest peak — and nearly didn’t make it back. Bianca Adler was left gasping for air after spending nearly four days in Mount Everest’s notorious “Death Zone,” an icy, treacherous stretch so high up, there’s barely enough oxygen to survive for even short periods of time.  “I feel horrible,” the 17-year-old Australian croaked in a now-viral TikTok, her face battered by wind and cold, lips cracked and voice barely a whisper. “My neck, my throat, my lungs.” Bianca Adler, 17, braved nearly four days in Everest’s deadly “Death Zone” during her recent summit…

It was a typical day at Rumble Boxing when a visibly shaken student pulled co-founder Noah Neiman aside with a chilling confession. She had recently been assaulted by her abusive boyfriend, who pinned her against a wall during a heated argument. But instead of freezing in that terrifying moment, her training kicked in. “She instinctively balled up her fist and threw a straight punch right at his nose,” Neiman, 41, told The Post. “It made him get teary eyed and back off, but more importantly than her physically being able to mitigate that danger, she said it gave her the…

Trust the process! Metabolism is very important because it converts nutrients like carbs, proteins and fats into energy to fuel our body to breathe, move, think and function. Many factors influence this process — from age and gender to genetics and muscle mass. A higher metabolism burns more calories at rest and during activity, which is why people want to improve theirs. About 1 in 4 Americans (25.3%) are considered physically inactive. DimaBerlin – stock.adobe.com Now, a new study out of Finland reports that getting off your butt for just 30 minutes more a day — even simply to take…