FITNESS & HEALTH

If you're like millions of Americans stuck at home, you've been forced to get creative with your fitness routine. And although you miss your standing appointment with your favorite treadmill at the gym (the one with the working television...

At this point, it may have been a while since you last stepped on a plane, but it’s likely you still remember the instructions about oxygen masks. During their safety spiel, flight attendants always tell you to put on...

Sometimes life feels like it's come to a grinding halt thanks to COVID-19. But unfortunately, orthopedic issues don't stop just because you're in quarantine. In fact, new habits may make you prone to new injuries, aches and pains. And...

Largest Socially Distant 5K The SWEATNET gang is hosting a truly virtual experience with The 6FT5K race from now through April 30th. This is a real race, with no dedicated location, no crowds, but with a REAL audio experience. Walk or run...

If you're like us, you've worn the treads off your shoes walking or running mile after mile around your neighborhood, to stay healthy, sane, and fit during this stay-at-home time. Dodging bikers, skateboarders, strollers, couples and more as you...

Take a look at Charlotte’s neighborhood streets and sidewalks and you’ll see that wellness is on top of all our minds. We see new faces out our windows running, biking and walking as we all try to stay healthy,...

We are all in need of a dose of good news these days. A photo of a visit from a loved one outside of a nursing home, news of nightly cheers for healthcare workers leaving their 7pm shifts; anything...

Check out our original post for FREE and paid streaming options and some new news below. Message & Virtual Options from the Charlotte-Area YMCA: "In these evolving times, the Y is still committed to our community. It's part of our mission...

Pregnancy is an exciting time in a woman's life, but often it's less glowing and more grumbling. As if it weren't enough to deal with morning sickness and swollen feet, many pregnant women suffer from orthopedic problems like carpal...

Spring is in full swing now and despite or maybe because of the quarantine, you will want to add these parks and trails to your warm weather, get-outside bucket list. Despite Charlotte's big-city vibes, a short jaunt to one...

What is Telemedicine? Per OrthoCarolina, where telemedicine is now available, it is pretty much just what it sounds like ~ the remote delivery of healthcare services using live video visits. Using video conferencing and smartphones, medical providers can evaluate, diagnose...

This series on Women's Health is brought to you by Tryon Medical Partners, an independent practice of nearly 90 physicians who joined forces because they share the core belief that the patient-doctor connection is the foundation for better health. As...