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We hereby proclaim Charlotte’s Godfather of Cool.

Aug 27, 2015 | scoop team

There are some creative, outside-the-box marketers here in Charlotte, but there are none quite like Blair Primis, or as we like to call him, the Godfather of Cool. Blair is the Vice President of Marketing for OrthoCarolina and a true leader in this community. His ability to communicate with potential clients through grassroots tactics and thought-provoking […]


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The Scoop on Stand-Up Paddle boarding & A GIVEAWAY from My Aloha Paddle and Surf

Aug 11, 2015 | scoop team

Stand-up paddle boarding, or SUP as the insiders call it, is a fitness and recreational activity where an oversized surfboard and a long paddle are used to cruise along the lake or ocean. Stand-up paddle boarding originated in Hawaii several decades ago, but has gotten increasing popular in the states in the past few years. […]


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Orangetheory Fitness: New Arboretum Location & Scoop DEAL!

Aug 8, 2015 | scoop team

There are a lot of theories out there on what makes the best workout.  It can all seem overwhelming, and that’s when some of us either throw in the workout towel, or limit ourselves to that one familiar routine. Time to try something new ladies! Orangetheory Fitness now has two locations in Charlotte; their newest studio opened […]


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Charlotte’s Best 10k / 5k / Food Truck & Beer Fest is this month.

Aug 2, 2015 | scoop team

This year’s OrthoCarolina Classic, presented by Performance Therapy, brings new fun to the word run. On Saturday, August 22, the 6th Annual 10K OrthoCarolina Classic will feature not only feature a great course and support two of our favorite causes, there will be local Food Trucks and a Beer Fest with the QC’s most popular […]


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Local Trainers Tell Us Their Favorite Songs To Workout To – Cue New Playlist!

Jul 23, 2015 | scoop team

We asked some local trainers what song really gets them in the zone while working out. For most of us, the music is half the fun. Or at the very least, the music gets you through it when you need that extra kick to keep going. Some prefer to workout to the same songs all the […]


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What Do Charlotte’s Fitness Buffs Listen to When They Workout?

Jul 21, 2015 | Susu

For most of us, the music is half the fun. Or at the very least, the music gets you through it when you need that extra kick to keep going. Some prefer to workout to the same songs all the time; others love to mix it up and find the groove with a new playlist every […]


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The scoop on Hip Replacement: Is it in your future?

Jul 21, 2015 | scoop team

We only have to worry about hip replacement when we fall and break our hip in our eighties, right?  Not true ladies. In fact, the age for hip-replacements has dropped steadily. Dr. J. Bohannon Mason at OrthoCarolina explained that there are numerous reasons we could need a hip replacement at some point.  The good news is, if we […]


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What’s New at Xtend Barre in the Metropolitan?

Jul 10, 2015 | Susu

Xtend Barre is Introducing Xtend Xpress = a shorter, 45 minute class with all the elements of a regular Xtend Barre class, so you still get a great full body workout. Xtend Xpress will be every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at Noon, so you can “take lunch”, get your sweat session in and still make that business […]


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Take back the bod. Join the Flywheel Two Week Tune Up Challenge this month.

Jul 5, 2015 | Susu

Don’t let the Hot Dogs, Ice Cream, Beer, Umbrella Drinks, S’Mores, Chips, Dips, Fries and Cupcakes get you down. Or your weight up. From July 13th- 26th, Flywheel is offering TWO WEEK Tune-Up Challenges, with options for FlyBarre only, Flywheel only and FlyPlus Tune-Up (wheel and barre). NEW for this challenge is a partnership with […]


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Get Up Off of That Thing. #flyteens can win Sbux, Chipotle, RuRus & more.

Jun 23, 2015 | Susu

Get Off the Couch and Fuel Your Summer. Now thru the end of July 2015, Flywheel & Flybarre Charlotte have a special “scoop” deal for the out of school but not out of luck. Sleep late, then get up and get some exercise instead of vegging and watching every episode of Parks & Rec, The Office, […]


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HSM CORE opens this Saturday bringing the MegaFormer to Charlotte.

Jun 23, 2015 | Susu

Are you ready to ‪#‎ReleaseTheBeast‬? This Saturday, June 27, HSM CORE will open its doors to a first day of already sold out classes for CLT fitness and Hilliard Studio Method enthusiasts. Not worry, you’ll have plenty of time to check out the workout that has won over Sofia Vergara, Kim Kardashian and Michelle Obama […]


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6-Pack or Not, Why You Need a Strong Core.

Jun 19, 2015 | scoop team

Here’s some of the hottest scoop you’ll read this summer: 6-pack or not, a strong core is essential.  Even though the paparazzi love to catch those unflattering belly shots while celebs frolic on the beach and lounge by the pool,  it’s more important to show ’em what we’ve really got going on: a healthy body. Having a […]


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