Lifestyle & Wellness
Keeping Jolly: Why Ergonomics Might Be the Best Holiday Gift This Year
Santa and his merry little elves may be nimble and quick, but the holiday season brings with it less frequently recognized hazards that could potentially have you muttering Bah-humbug
Read More5 One-of-a-Kind Cabins, Cottages, and Yurts Near Asheville
Explore the outdoors around Asheville in style with these cabins, cottages, and yurts that offer luxurious amenities in natural settings.
Read More4 ways any employee can contribute to corporate culture
This article was originally published via the Charlotte Business Journal.
Read MoreOrthoCarolina's "Shake Ya Tail Feather" Thanksgiving Workout
Thanksgiving is upon us once again. That means lots of family time, lots of football and well, lots of food. To help alleviate some of the damage that second round of desserts left, Tyler Brady, physical therapist at OrthoCarolina's University physical therapy clinic, helped us come up a lower body circuit.
Read MoreGoing Cold Turkey: What Our Docs Won't Eat at Thanksgiving
While many of our docs like to cook up a storm during the holidays, even they can be picky when it comes to what they put on their plates.
7 Must-Do Hikes Along the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
Some are short, some are long, all of these hikes along the Blue Ridge Parkway are worth putting on your Western North Carolina hiking bucket list.
Read MoreFeasting on Fall Views at Doughton Park
Doughton Park, located between milepost 238 and 246, is the largest recreation area along the 469 mile Blue Ridge Parkway.
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There are around two million injuries in youth sports every year. What is good news for parents and coaches? The majority of these injuries are preventable.
7 Spine-Tingling Stories of Adventures in the Woods
From scary sounds to sinister strangers, these seven spine-tingling tales will put some extra thrill into your next campfire tale.
Read More9 Fall Foliage Trail Runs Around Charlotte
From the shores of Lake Norman to the top of Kings Pinnacle, here are nine great fall foliage runs near Charlotte.
Read MoreBicycling.com: Does Sweating Profusely Mean You Get a Better Workout?
Finishing every workout drenched is a good thing right? Well, maybe. Sports medicine experts explain.
Read More30 Reasons Why Autumn Is the Best Season to Get Outside in Asheville
There's nothing quite like fall in Western Carolina. Here are 30 reasons why autumn in Asheville is the most spectacular time of year.
Read More10 Top Hikes in the Southeast for National Park Fee-Free Days
Ranging from Florida to Virginia, here are 10 top hikes in the Southeast for national park fee-free days.
Read MoreNASCAR’s Most Prevalent Injuries
In 12 seconds, some pit crews can change four tires, lug nuts, fill a race car with fuel and send it on its way.
Read More20+ Family-Friendly Fall Adventures in North Carolina’s Triad and Triangle
From hikes to festivals to Halloween celebrations, here are more than 20 family-friendly fall adventures in North Carolina's Triad and Triangle.
Read MoreRunning. Improved.
Running means different things to different people.
For some it's an Outlet, acts as Recovery, provides Therapy, builds Health and helps find Optimism (Ortho).
Watch VideoHow to Prepare for Race Day
With race day around the corner, you may be wondering what to expect. Top runners in the community share how to best prepare.
Read MoreCatch a Ride for FREE Around Uptown Charlotte Powered by OrthoCarolina
The OrthoCarolina Jaunt cart is just a text away for a free lift when you're around Uptown, Southend, Noda, Plaza Midwood and Metropolitan.
Overtraining: When it Comes to Running, How Much is Too Much?
Keep in mind these five tips to prevent the symptoms of overtraining.
Read MoreOur Favorite Charlotte Runners Share Their Training Motivation
It's not always easy to lace up and go for a run. When you'd trade in your running shoes for Netflix, check out how these runners motivate themselves.
Read MoreTraining Tips for New Runners
If you're new to running, training can seem daunting. Top fitness advocates give their best advice to keep you motivated.
Read MoreTrail Running Tips
In hot summer months, many runners are ready to trade in the pavement for a shady trail run.
Read More5 Ways to Hit the Trails in Fisher River Park
From biking to paddling, here are five ways to hit the trails in Fisher River Park.
Read MoreTop 10 Triad Waterfalls & Swimming Holes
Take a break from the heat with day trips to these 10 top Triad waterfalls and swimming holes.
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