If anxiety were a superpower, I would have already solved the world’s problems before they even occurred. I would have already played out the mass contagion that is the coronavirus in my head years before it existed, and proper measures would’ve been in place to eliminate the spread of it. I would end world hunger… Continue reading If Anxiety Were a Superpower
Category: Health + Fitness
Think Pink: The Importance of Awareness
“You have breast cancer.” It’s a phrase no woman hopes to hear. But it’s something that one in eight women in the United States will hear at some point in their lives. That’s 13 percent of women who will be affected by the disease. According to the American Cancer Society, over 300,000 women will be… Continue reading Think Pink: The Importance of Awareness
Mountain Biking 101 for Kids
Riding a bike may be a rite of passage for most children, the first source of freedom and independence for many. But what about leaving the safe passageways of sidewalks, streets and parking lots and venturing off-road? How young is too young to take up mountain biking? Andy DeVault, a former competitive cyclist, helps train… Continue reading Mountain Biking 101 for Kids
7 Ways to Get on the Water at Philpott Lake
Philpott Lake is a natural sanctuary in Southwest Virginia that provides a welcome escape from the everyday workings of modern life. This sprawling lake region offers not only the quiet beauty of time on the water but is surrounded by almost 20,000 acres of pristine wilderness with the Blue Ridge Mountains rising up in the… Continue reading 7 Ways to Get on the Water at Philpott Lake
Biking in MHC
Hit the trails, or the open road, in Martinsville—Henry County. Cycling has become a favorite pastime for many, and numerous trails, varying in difficulty and magnificent views, are awaiting you in MHC. Take a ride on one of our many trails along the Smith River Trail System or visit our award-winning mountain biking complex. There… Continue reading Biking in MHC
Pediatric Health Talk (Extra): Speech for Success
Reading to your child is so important. A lack of literary exposure in the early years of life can lead children to be less phonologically aware. Phonological awareness is the ability to hear certain sounds and manipulate them. Children manipulate sounds by blending words, segmenting words, rhyming, and counting syllables. Studies have shown a child’s… Continue reading Pediatric Health Talk (Extra): Speech for Success
A beginner’s guide to running
It’s 5 AM, and the alarm is buzzing. Rubbing my eyes and stretching, I roll out of bed and head straight for the coffeepot. The first sip hits my soul. I smile as I slip on my socks and lace up my shoes. I finish my coffee, brush my teeth, grab my phone, and head… Continue reading A beginner’s guide to running
A healthy portfolio for seniors
We give much thought to planning for financial stability after retirement, but how valuable is being able to take that trip if your body will not allow you to enjoy it? How do you see your life after retirement? Do you want to travel? Do you want to take the grandkids for walks in the… Continue reading A healthy portfolio for seniors
Fall treks in MHC
Any time is a great time to venture through Martinsville-Henry County, VA, but the fall adds a little something extra. Breathe in the fresh air and unwind while you take in the scenery and the fun. From our award-wining trails to our high-octane events, make this season your season to explore MHC. Take a hike.… Continue reading Fall treks in MHC
What is energetic anatomy and how does it affect your wellbeing?
How many times have you said or heard the phrase, “I just don’t have the energy today”? I’m pretty sure we’ve all been there. For the most part, we have a general understanding of what it feels like to be energized or to be drained. Unfortunately, because we all live busy lives a lot of… Continue reading What is energetic anatomy and how does it affect your wellbeing?