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July 3, 2012
Another year of our country’s independence is upon us, and Austin has no shortage of things to do this year! Check out just a FEW of the many events going on in and around...
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July 2, 2012
What do you get when you combine the oldest outdoor pool in Texas, raising money for a good cause and TONS of fun and celebration? The Deep Eddy Mile of course! The 11th Annual...
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June 25, 2012
Along with my new intense track program, my coach has laid out an equally intense recovery program that includes many ice baths per week. Ice baths are great but do take up quite a...
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June 21, 2012
I had to do a double-take when I saw the article title “Gym Bans Skinny People” on Yahoo’s homepage yesterday (read it here).  Upon further investigation, I came to find that the “gym” is...
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June 20, 2012
ATTENTION AUSTINITES! Adecco is partnering with LifeWorks again this year to help raise money to support our mission of helping youth. Unlike last year, this year is a competition between Austin and 4 other...
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June 13, 2012
Many runners in Austin start out on the crushed granite of the Roy and Ann Butler Hike and Bike trail around Lady Bird Lake. It’s a wonderful pathway, well maintained and clearly marked, consisting...
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June 12, 2012
Wakeboarding gives fun thrills and full body workout
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June 7, 2012
NEXT Swimwear is proud to announce it has teamed up with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) to declare June 10th NEXT National SUP Day. Surfing’s new sister sport, Stand Up Paddling, is an emerging...
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June 6, 2012
Not just a waterski competitor, Jeran Hooten lives the dream. He and his wife, Janet, and their family, all ski. More, they help out as officials at regional competitions. On a recent weekend, Hooten...
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June 4, 2012
Spending time out on the water with the kids.
June 4, 2012
Capt'n Karl's trail races challenge runners at night
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June 4, 2012
How does an inexperienced person learn to play Ultimate Frisbee in Austin? Many people like to learn by putting together their own games, and the web is a great resource. USA Ultimate is the...
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June 4, 2012
Creamy, delicious ice cream with just one ingredient and no ice cream maker needed! How is it possible you may ask? Bananas of course. This simple "ice cream" is sure to satisfy that sweet...
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June 4, 2012
Stakerdater, and other adventures of the past
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June 4, 2012
Many summer sports such as water skiing, wakeboarding, and competitive stand up paddling (SUP) require the ability to remain steady on an unstable surface created by the ski or board on the water while...
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June 4, 2012
Reflections of a life on the water
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June 4, 2012
If you’re an Austin Fit Magazine reader, you know Mo. Monica Brant is the author of AFM’s long-running regular feature, “Kick Mo’s Butt!”, a perennial reader favorite. Many recognize Brant’s amazing physique, as she...
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June 4, 2012
Austin master water skier shares his knowledge
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