How many times have you gone to the gym just to check the box? You know you need to get it done, you know the routine is in place, you understand the benefits and...
I’ve practiced nearly 2,000 hours of Pilates since 2012, and I started teaching in 2014. Becoming a teacher trained my eyes and ears in a new way. Observing a wide range of clients’ moods,...
Did you know one of the next best ways to find love may not be through dating apps but rather at the gym? Of course, using the gym only for finding romance can be...
What feels almost as good as crossing the finish line? Having a great photo of yourself to document your accomplishment! Scott Flathouse has become one of the most well-known sports photographers in the Austin...
We hear the term “body positivity” all the time; it’s a beautiful concept, but what does it mean? Body positivity is only an idea until we put it into action. If we break down...
Why is it that so many people rush to get in shape as soon as it gets warm outside? Human beings are great at thinking in the short term. After all, when we lived...
When it’s not 110 degrees outside, Austin has some of the best bouldering and sport climbing spots for rock climbing enthusiasts. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced, these hidden gems provide great climbing for...
Owning an exotic pet can be an exciting adventure, however, it’s important to remember they might be a bit different from your conventional house cat or dog and, therefore, have more specific needs. Exotic...
Even though owning a pet provides many health benefits, and having them as an active animal companion can be just the motivator you need, it can still be tough to find a place in...
Eighteen years ago, Donna Powell decided to help stray cats through a process called trap/neuter/release (TNR). She trapped feral cats, had them spayed or neutered, and returned them to the streets. When she realized...
Without the Texas Equestrian Team, Bella Thayer would be left without an outlet in college to pursue her passion for horses and Michael Chan would never have known the joys of riding. Luckily, the...
Equine exercise is a great way to get both your mind and body active. A person of any age is a great candidate to start the ever-so-exciting horse riding experience, whether you’re 6 or...
Austin Farm Sanctuary has been providing at-risk animals a forever home since 2016, and it all started by accident. Located on 40 acres of land, AFS is a nonprofit that rescues farm animals from...
As a loving Chesapeake Bay Retriever named Daisy and a friendly, caring Goldendoodle named Lucy entered each room at the Longleaf Bee Cave assisted living facility, their warm demeanor and sweet disposition immediately lifted...
Everyone, for the most part, knows what dogs and cats eat. But what if you have a less common animal, like a ferret or chinchilla? Here are some nutritional tips to care for those...
The Fort Worth Zoo and Fossil Rim are the larger and more well-known zoos/safari experiences in Texas for a reason. However, the smaller, more hidden ones are still worth the visit. Here are some...
For those with thyroid issues, everything from menstrual cycles to hair texture can be affected While fitness and nutrition are vital in alleviating symptoms, there are unbeknownst secrets about them (i.e. fitness could possibly...
Staying active and healthy at an affordable price may not always be the easiest thing. With rising fitness class prices and costly gym studio memberships, it can be hard to find an affordable and...