Welcome to January sports fans. What used to be “back to the grind” is now “back to the gym” for seemingly every person in town. Yes, parking will be a challenge and you’ll need to reserve in advance. Instead of focusing on the downside of so many new folks in the studio, let’s focus on […]
It can be tough to stay active once the temperature drops and the craziness of the holidays sets in. But the fact is, physical activity is shown to improve your physical, mental and emotional health — especially during a time of year that can be tinged with stress. Fortunately, the QC is packed with ways […]
With Dr. Robert Brownlee, Tryon Medical Partners Pictures of roaring fires, turkey dinners and presents spark our imagination around the holidays. While these opportunities to get together with those you love are often blanketed in warmth and happiness, the holidays can also trigger feelings of grief for loved ones lost. Dr. Robert Brownlee, an internal […]
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Nearly 90 years ago, Helen Keller issued a challenge to Charlotte leaders: Do something to help. After losing both her sight and hearing to an illness before her second birthday, Keller spent her life navigating the challenges that come with having a disability. Challenges that would likely never cross the mind of a person without […]
With of Dr. Amit Aravapalli and Dr. Eric G. Hilgenfeldt of Tryon Medical Partners As we age, colonoscopies are a right of passage. The procedure screens for colorectal cancer and the polyps that can become cancerous over time. And they’re common. Colorectal cancer is the third most frequently diagnosed cancer in the U.S. (aside from […]
Charlotte is home to a variety of running and walking trails, from loops like the Little Sugar Creek Greenway and the Trolley Trail, to running Uptown and SouthEnd. Unfortunately, running for women isn’t the safest activity. Runners World Magazine surveyed its readers and found that a staggering 60% of women have experienced some variety of harassment while running. A […]
We all know Massage Envy offers an array of massages, with several options to personalize your treatment based on your needs. Each massage session starts with a conversation with the massage therapist, who looks to understand your needs and then pull from various massage types, and incorporate elements of them in to your massage ~ […]
With Dr. Jennie Hauschka, Tryon Medical Partners Speculating on how often you need to embrace the speculum? Even if you’ve been having Pap smears for years, new recommendations could mean changes to the way you should be getting tested. As personal as a Pap smear is, many women know surprisingly little about why they’re necessary […]
With Dr. Sanjay C. Patel, Tryon Medical Partners As COVID-19 continues to proliferate, you might feel like we’ve been weathering this pandemic for a long time. But Tryon Medical Partners cardiologist Dr. Sanjay C. Patel would argue we’ve been enduring another pandemic, one predating COVID-19. The pandemic Dr. Patel refers to is the #1 killer […]
Saturday, September 4, 2021 – USNWC Labor Day Trail Race Jumpstart the holiday weekend with a 5K or the 15K trail race. Last day to pre-register is September 2, 2021. $35 – $45 Sunday, September 5, 2021 – Around the Crown 10K Experience Charlotte at 5 mph, not 50 mph. Starting and finishing at First Ward Park, […]
Even though summer is coming to an end, early Autumn can be the best time outdoors in the QC. Charlotte is surrounded by lakes, rivers, and streams, making it easy to get on the water for a fall weekend adventure. If you’ve been looking where to boat, paddle, or kayak, you’re in luck! We’ve compiled […]
