The Big Muddy Challenge, an obstacle course mud run designed specifically for parents and their children, will be held on Saturday, Sept. 7, at Hill Ridge Farms in Youngsville, N.C. Children ages 6 to 12 along with a parent or guardian will “race” through a very muddy but age-appropriate obstacle course
By Joe Nuss The typical triathlete may not love mountain biking as much as I do, but those that do are familiar with the challenge of trying to fit a little mountain-bike racing and riding into the summer training schedule. But in looking back over all of my race
Remember how important recess was when you were a kid in school? It not only meant a time away from studying, it was also a time to relax, rejuvenate and re-energize. Like most adults striving to create a “recess” outside of work, the U.S. National Whitewater Center does just
Enjoy a day of fun and fitness with the whole family at the Big Red Shoe 5K & Festival on Sept. 7. The event supports the Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte, thus the “Big Red Shoe.” The day will feature road events for all ages and levels with a
By Paul Bloom Biking vacations are a great way to see new places while burning enough calories to allow guilt-free consumption of the local cuisine. Indeed, depending on your itinerary and the terrain it covers, you can easily come back from a carbo-loading bike trip lighter and fitter than
Aqua Sphere Kaiman Swim Goggles The Aqua Sphere Kaiman Swim Goggles are great for triathlons and open-water swimming. The frame of the standard Kaiman goggle is intentionally small to reduce drag and to allow for 180-degree, panoramic vision. The expanded field of vision and comfortable fit over the nose
By Cherith Hunter Roberson Kevin Penn describes himself as a husband, father, son, brother, friend, local executive and weekend warrior athlete. Another label – one that he doesn’t often use to define himself – is leukemia survivor. As a cancer survivor, Penn adheres to the “pay it forward” motto
By Angelina Stevens “If it makes you uncomfortable, just don’t do it.” That was the comment that propelled me over a 10-foot drop-off on my mountain bike powered by pure fear and determination. I am pretty sure my eyes were closed most of the way, but the reward of facing
If you’re an active family and are looking for a great new place to spend Labor Day weekend, consider Greensboro. With The North Carolina Sprint Triathlon State Championship right around the corner, why not head to Greensboro instead of the coast or the mountains? The inaugural North Carolina Sprint
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