By Brian Diaz Running, when done correctly, is such a beautiful extension of the human body and what it is capable of doing with such grace. It’s an easy way to exercise for most since it does not require too much strategy of planning and the cost for a
Photo by DC Rainmaker By Thomas Henson Jr. I don’t have to tell you: It’s dangerous out there for those of us who love cycling. In fact, nearly 1,000 cyclists are hit by cars on North Carolina streets each year. But what should be done about it? I asked
Photos by Erin Costa of Tamara Lackey Photography The Runners: John O'Hollaren, 25, is from Bend, Oregon, and is an electrical engineer. Adrian Stewart (wearing the hat) is 44 and from Charlotte, North Carolina. Stewart is a banker. O’Hollaren’s favorite distance is the half-marathon and his favorite
By Elizabeth Towe Objective: Improve ankle stability and proprioception—especially after ankle injury. Exercise: Use a tubing or Theraband at the ankle and anchor the other end low on a post. Take a single-leg stance on the non-tubing side with a slight bend at the hip and knee. Gently
The fifth annual event is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014, at 10 a.m. The start and finish and the race-fest activities will once again be at the NASCAR Hall of Fame. The Five Kahne Kids’ Dash in partnership with Novant Health Hemby Children’s Hospital is free for kids
By Brandon McDearis This month’s recipe is a vegetarian take on an Indian classic. It is super easy to prepare and while flavorful on its own, its mild spice leaves room for some ingredient experimentation. The addition of extra spices here shouldn’t hurt and using a curry paste,
Run in honor and remembrance of those who defend our freedom. The Remembrance 10K pays tribute those who paid the ultimate sacrifice and those men, women and their families who continue to fight for freedom. The Remembrance 10K Run is a scenic flat course that winds through Camp Johnson
By Chad Kufen I’ve always agreed that motivation comes in all shapes and sizes, but I never thought it would come in a watch! Well, that was until I was asked about the Vivofit activity tracker. To be honest, when I first looked into activity trackers I thought to
By Catherine Duncan The female athlete triad is a term used to describe a syndrome that occurs all too frequently in girls and women who participate in sports, particularly those sports with high endurance demands. The syndrome is defined by three main issues: low energy availability, loss of bone
In a recent survey of endurance athletes, 75 percent said they were concerned about their weight. That’s because cyclists, runners, and triathletes know that leaner athletes are faster athletes. Leaner athletes waste less energy, burn less oxygen, dissipate heat faster, and even gain more fitness from every workout. In
