OrthoCarolina Resources

Your guide to 48 hours of outdoor adventure and great food, drinks, and entertainment in Charlotte.

A guide to training programs, local clubs, and other resources to help you plug in to Winston-Salem's trail running scene.

Shoes are for more than just walking. Especially in the cold months of winter, they become critical when it comes to health and well-being.

Race Night at Bowman Gray, a new documentary series from the Discovery Channel, follows modified racing and the Points Championship at one of NASCAR’s most storied, longest running weekly tracks in Winston-Salem. 

Rather than spending the Friday after Thanksgiving shopping, OrthoCarolina encourages you to #OptOutside with our guides to hiking, biking and exploring the Carolinas.

While there may be no perfect way to run for everyone, we can all benefit from a few tips that can improve running efficiency.

Explore Your 704 is the first scavenger hunt of its kind in Charlotte, NC. Using Clean Graffiti (a clean image pressure washed onto a dirty sidewalk), we have made a game of exploring the Queen City’s finest neighborhoods.

We highlight best ways for families to explore the mountains, rivers, and lakes surrounding Morganton, North Carolina.

OrthoCarolina, helping to keep your favorite team on the field. 

Road cyclists in Charlotte can take an easy ride along a greenway or tackle some distance on scenic, rural roads.

Four-season outdoor recreation opportunities and a focus on healthy, active living make Charlotte a great city for people who love the outdoors.

The golden days of fall are prime time for hiking, biking, paddling, and playing outdoors in Winston-Salem.

Cauliflower gnocchi is flying off the shelves at Trader Joe's. Get inspired with three ways to make these carb-saving potato substitutes.

Whether you’re starting a routine from scratch or you’re a seasoned athlete, a focus on injury prevention will keep you in the game

One of the joys of running is the ability to throw on your running shoes, hit the road and let your mind relax.

As a foot and ankle provider, I often get asked a TON of questions regarding running...

Whether it’s a simple cold pack, ice bath or a higher tech application, athletes are always looking for the latest and greatest tool to aid recovery and minimize downtime between intense training sessions.

Some of Lake Norman State Park is home to some of the best mountain biking, trail running, kayaking, hiking, and camping in the region.

For Robby Maschhaupt, racing isn’t just a job. It’s his life. In fact, it’s the only job he’s ever had. Robby has been in racing for 33 years as a crew member, including Off Road racing, Indy Car, NASCAR and endurance racing. Despite facing numerous injuries, this is how he stayed in the race.

For drivers, pit crew and teams, NASCAR races are their jobs and their livelihoods, and they take their work just as seriously as anyone else. Here are eight things about NASCAR that might surprise you.

When trying yoga for the first time, many worry they don't have the right gear or look the part. Besides the beauty of practicing in nature, outdoor yoga is a great, accessible way to take a class without the pressure of mirrors or the traditional studio experience. Check out our tips for outdoor yoga success and join us June 9 for FREE classes in South Park's Symphony Park.

When the sun is shining Charlotteans find unique ways to take everything outside, including yoga. From rose gardens to breweries, don't miss these opportunities to move your practice from the studio to the lawn, including our FREE classes at Symphony Park.

Back pain has been a hot topic in recent years and will affect many people at some point in their lives. These positions may help decrease your symptoms to a manageable level to assist with you getting back to the activities you love.

Greenville, South Carolina, packs more than 100 restaurants, eclectic locally-owned shops, and 20 miles of greenways in and around a charming and historic Main Street. In downtown Greenville, you can enjoy a weekend of relaxation, outdoor recreation, family fun, and everything in between.