When I go for a walk wearing my son Rowan in a carrier, I joke that I’m going out to do some “rucking,” or the trend of wearing a weighted vest while doing cardio or strength training. And it’s a great workout, but what if you want to get your baby even even more explicitly involved […]
Forget the latest fitness fads: The most time-tested exercise proven to improve your well-being is also one that gets back to the basic—walking. The benefits of walking, often overlooked in the buzz of high-intensity workouts and trendy fitness classes, span from heart health to mental clarity, and more are being discovered every year. Walking can […]
Our final ‘tutored’ tasting of the season was from a member who has spent much time in Cyprus over the years. His passion for the country and the region was clear to see and the evolution in the wine industry sounds like it has been significant. Many of these wines and grapes were new to […]
Last summer, I hiked the equivalent vertical gain of Mt. Everest. I had done lots of training for what was my first endurance event, and was mildly confident in my physical fitness, but I had zero idea how my body would respond to this challenge—it turns out, it responded by locking up my hips. And […]
HOW TO TRANSITION WINTER TRAINING INTO SPRING ENDURANCE Maria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PES Embrace the Spring Fitness Rebirth! With spring’s arrival, it’s time to shake off the winter blues and embrace a fresh start to your fitness journey. Transitioning from winter workouts to spring routines is the perfect way to rejuvenate both body and mind. […]