A little background: Heart rate zones were first established by Finnish scientist Dr. M.J. Karvonen in 1957. The traditional formula for calculating maximum HR — 220 minus your age — was established in 1970. These age-based equations have evolved over time to be more accurate, but in reality – just like everything else in life […]
The charming WNC town of Boone is well-known for its natural beauty, hiking trails, whitewater rafting, and, of course, App State. The area also provides endless options when it comes to getting outdoors and staying fit and healthy. To get to the bottom of finding the best places in the area to help you reach […]
Getting outdoors with the family or mate sounds like an excellent way to socially distance, while getting some studio-free exercise and taking in the breathtaking scenes of WNC at the same time. Here is our list of accessible hikes that are all within three hours of Uptown Charlotte and perfect for a long day or […]
Summer can feel slow in the sports sphere. However, there is plenty of action taking place in and around Charlotte, with connections that extend beyond North Carolina. Keep an eye on these female athletes in basketball and soccer as things heat up. Women’s National Basketball League| WNBA Charlotte female athlete to keep an eye on: […]
Dana Cumberworth PA-C, physician assistant at OrthoCarolina, specializes in hand orthopedics and works with patients who have overuse pain and injuries. According to Dana, while our hands take on a lot of repetitious tasks we often take them for granted until a problem presents itself. “Our hands are so overused and when they start to […]
Whew. It’s almost over. We’ve reached the unofficial start of summer and spring semester is either behind you or almost behind you. Summer break is here!! Your Summer 2019 can be long, boring and lazy OR it can be your summer to get strong, get centered, and head back to school next fall a brand […]
This article is brought to you by OrthoCarolina. You. Improved. Whether you are an ardent soccer supporter, a casual fan, or unfamiliar with the game, you probably know that when it comes to the United States national team (USWNT), women dominate. The US team has the most FIFA Women’s World Cup tournament titles: 1991, 1999 […]
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 […]
