Fitness trackers have come a long way from the first-generation model of four years ago, which was little more than a glorified pedometer. In addition to features such as heart rate monitoring and GPS, many of today's activity trackers also let you sync with other devices such as smart bathroom scales, and apps like MyFitnessPal. They can even share data remotely with your personal trainer Continue Reading
Portable audio equipment for a group exercise class that rocks!
I am a fitness instructor, currently teaching a large group exercise class at a gym and also creating my own classes and pop-up workshops in various locations. When it comes to my classes and in my own workouts, I'm ALL about the music! It needs to sound GREAT, be loud enough to fill the space, and be portable. And I also knew I wanted to use a quality headset mic. So, I put a lot of thought Continue Reading
2016 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide
Looking for a great gift for an active family member, a friend looking to get fit, or for yourself? I'm here to help! Here are 12 highly-rated, awesome gift ideas I've hand-selected for this year's Guide. They are all conveniently available from Amazon, who saves Christmas for me every year. See descriptions of these items, below. 1 - Wi-Fi Smart Scale. The Aria Fitbit scale syncs Continue Reading
The must-have safety item you NEED if you run, walk or cycle!
As you know if you've followed my blog or social media, I love to be outdoors -- especially for fitness. Whenever I can, I get out in the fresh air and ride my bike, power walk or go hiking. While these are almost always wonderful experiences, unfortunately there is a dark side to being out there: personal safety can be at risk. I've had some very scary close calls. Once a man harassed me when Continue Reading
Learning about locally grown food (and cute baby animals!) on the Piedmont Farm Tour
Last Saturday and Sunday, my husband and I had the pleasure of doing the 21st Annual Piedmont Farm Tour, sponsored by the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA) and local co-op Weaver Street Market. This was our first time taking the tour, although it's something we'd been wanting to do for a while. I'm so glad we did. We had a wonderful time, and learned a lot! Local farmers open their Continue Reading
Step back in time to the 1700s at Old Salem, North Carolina
Nestled close to downtown Winston-Salem is a colonial treasure: The village of Old Salem. Established in 1766 by the Moravians -- a Protestant religious group from eastern Europe best known for their cookies and distinctive star motif -- the historic town is now a walk-through living history museum. It offers an immersion experience where you can explore the streets and gardens, enter homes and Continue Reading
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