This article is brought to you by OrthoCarolina. You. Improved. Situated in the foothills of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains between the bigger cities of Charlotte and Asheville, the small town of Hickory is steeped in rich history and Southern charm. For decades the area has been known for its high-quality furniture and craftsmanship, but […]
Have you heard about it? Intermittent Fasting in the latest buzz in weight management. Is it just the latest diet craze disguised as healthy eating or is it a legit and even healthful way to maintain body weight? Inquiring minds need to know. Intermittent Fasting is simple in concept, which is a large part of […]
Hallelujah and holla back- we’re officially headed full steam to another Carolina Summer! Although Spring in Charlotte feels a lot like 3 gorgeous, unreal days giving way to blinding heat and humidity through September, we’re so happy she’s back for a brief 2019 tour of our Queen City. When the weather shifts, most of us […]
Orangetheory Fitness in Charlotte recently added more trackable data to their workouts. Orangetheory studios already offer visible heart rate training and a connected fitness program via a treadmill tablet that tracks your total distance, max miles per hour, average/max incline, total moving time, and pacing. Now the Charlotte studios have added Body CompOsition Testing via an Inbody Machine that gives […]
Fitness goals come in all shapes and sizes, just like our bods. Flywheel CLT is rolling out a prescriptive type fitness program called FlyRX, a new personalized program for SuperFLY members, to help reach their fitness goals—without guesswork, without overtraining, and with all the coaching they need. FlyRx, is an instructor-curated fitness ‘prescription’ that runs […]
In recent years Charlotte’s University City area has flourished into much more than just a college town. It’s a vibrant area with a lot to offer its residents from entertainment and cultural amenities to new dining and shopping destinations. There’s also no shortage of ways to live a healthy, balanced life with a multitude of […]
This article was contributed by OrthoCarolina and Physician Assistant Matthew Dobler, PA-C, ATC At scoop, we’ve heard that you should hold a stretch for at least 30 seconds and up to a minute ~ and up to two minutes post workout. Static stretching, or stretching muscles while the body is at rest, elongates muscles and […]
From scenic walking paths and mountain biking trails to state parks and whitewater rafting there are so many ways to get fit, active, and healthy in and near Gastonia. We consulted with the doctors and staff at ORTHOCAROLINA’S Gastonia Office at 870 Summit Crossing Pl. as our March experts on Locals Living the Healthy Life, […]
Longtime local team joins the Women’s Premier Soccer League under first female head coach Soccer will soon be on everyone’s lips. With the FIFA Women’s World Cup June 7 through July 7 in France, the United States Women’s National Team seeks their fourth title, and defense of their 2015 crown. Not everyone will travel to […]
An unprecedented giveaway from HILLIARD STUDIO METHOD! $900 Value. Win three months of UNLIMITED classes at the boutique fitness studio to kickstart your journey to becoming your healthiest, strongest self. [promosimple id=”e0e4″] Hilliard Studio Method is Charlotte’s original “bridal bootcamp”. Started in 2007 with a request from Liz Hilliard’s daughter Clary who was hoping to […]
As Fred Devito with Core Exhale Fusion says, ‘If you want to see changes in your body you must CHALLENGE yourself’. If you constantly do the same routine day after day you won’t see changes in your body or in your life! –Strong VIBE5 and yoga instructor Beth Campbell Variety is the spice of life and variety in your […]
While our sweet little Charlotte has nothing on places like Chi-beria or Seattle (Rain City turned Snow Town), this winter was still a rough one. Although I love the great outdoors and getting my daily dose of vitamin D, I can NOT deal with the chapped lips, wind-burnt cheeks, and brutal shoulder tension that comes […]
