In 2009, a blood clot resulted in the amputation of my left leg above the knee. Prior to my amputation, I lived a very active and athletic lifestyle. I felt lost after my amputation. I thrived when I was active and didn’t know what my “new” life would be like. I vowed to do whatever […]
Post-run snacks are an optimal time to refuel muscles and your body with fluids and more. Runners need to repair, restore and replete, and generally speaking, a combination of protein and carbohydrates are a winning combination that will help you avoid the post-run bonk. I personally like to do more of a mini-meal, as opposed […]
I wasn’t always a runner. In fact I use to be a basketball player in college, but really fell in love with running on a whole new level when I moved to Charlotte 4 years ago. It truly is an incredible running community and city. Running has taught my so much about myself: hard work, […]
NoDa Brewing Company Run Club – Beer after run = workout and fun. If this sounds like you, then you need to check out the Wednesday night run club at NoDa Brewing Company where you can choose from a 1, 3 or 5 mile route that begins and ends at the taproom. Toast your victory with […]
Tired of taking the same route? Then check out these 7 local trails that offer miles and miles of new territory. Boring runs, be gone! Anne Close Springs Greenway – 40 miles await you at the Greenway which opened in 1995, and which offers over 2.100 acres of land in Fort Mill, SC. Trails are […]
Scoop Girls, CYCLESOUTH Uptown has a special offer for you. The first 25 Scoop readers to email marketing@cyclesouth.com will receive two free classes at CycleSouth. The free rides are for NEW RIDERS ONLY and will be valid for 3 weeks from the time they are credited to your account at CycleSouth. Right now, CycleSouth is […]
If you are thinking about pregnancy, are currently pregnant, or have had a baby, you will want to sign up for this FLYWHEEL Charlotte event. Flywheel Sport’s Power 30+Workshop program, “What About My Pelvis?” takes place on Sunday, July 16th at 2pm. You will enjoy a powerful 30-minute FlyBarre class along with a Q&A with […]
Guest Blog submission from Samantha Eaton of healthyeaton.com 8 years ago, I decided enough was enough. I had tried every type of diet/calorie counting/meal and food restriction plan out there, took diet pills and worked out 2 hours a day. Bottom line: I never lost weight, my energy was terrible, I had low confidence and […]
Sit up straight. Put your shoulders back. You have probably heard these commands at one time in your life from your mother, grandmother or well-meaning teachers. But what if you can’t sit up straight or put your shoulders back? What if you are one of the millions who have been diagnosed with scoliosis? We asked […]
Are you the type whose running shoes & clothes take up most of the space in your vacation suitcase? While some of us prefer to leave the exercise routines at home and take a break from everything but fun and sun, many scoop readers just transport their workouts to whatever exotic or sandy locale they’ll […]
‘Tis the season for exercise. As temperatures rise and swimsuits call, we can’t help but push ourselves a little harder. Once your exercise routine changes and endurance amps up, so should your eating habits and self awareness. We caught up with Megan Hovis, Upgrade Lifestyle’s registered dietitian and NESTA personal trainer to give us the […]
Hit the streets for June races in the Charlotte area before the Summer heats up. These are just a few local races we’re interested in. Want more info on a race? Click the link for details on time, registration, and if there’s a cause being benefitted. See one you like? Register early because prices rise […]
