Disclaimer: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. On Labor Day, I had the pleasure of spending a gorgeous afternoon doing two favorite things: Spending time with both of my kids, and visiting one of North Carolina's lovely mountain parks. My daughter and son are in their 20s, with their own full lives and careers, so I treasure any time it works out that we can all get together and Continue Reading
Awesome walking and running accessories to get you up and moving!
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3 fun, exotic dance fitness classes to try
If you're looking for a fun way to keep fit, consider trying some dance classes! I did just that, when I made a resolution to try three different types of dance classes one year. Here are the ones I took, and what they were like. 1. Pole dance fitness I took several sessions at a small fitness studio in Durham, and enjoyed the dance and music part of it. Pole dancing looks exotic and fun, and Continue Reading
The best fitness trackers of 2017
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 that’s PERFECT for a group exercise class (or any small event!)
Note: This review was updated on Aug. 30, 2018 with links to a newer model of speaker and a portable power bank for the wireless headset receiver. 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 Continue Reading
Take a walk or run on the Historic Occoneechee Speedway Trail
One thing I love about North Carolina, besides its stunning natural beauty, is the character found in so many towns and spaces. There's a uniqueness, a creativity, both hidden and in plain view, that manages to weave history and the present. I've lived here for almost a decade and I'm still having fun discovering new-to-me places, right in my own backyard. Obviously, this speaks to the dedication Continue Reading