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Best Things to Do This Weekend in Gainesville!
Are you looking for fun in Gainesville this weekend? If so, we got you! Here are some of the best things to do in Gainesville over the weekend. In search of future fun? Visit this blog every week to stay… read more
The Gainesville Oddities Market: A Day of the Dead Festival!
If you like all things weird and strange, mark your calendars and celebrate Cinco De Mayo at the Gainesville Oddities Market! From noon to 5 p.m. at Bo Diddley Plaza, there will be 87 vendors showcasing and selling oddities including… read more
Ask the Pilates Instructor
Pilates Day is the first Saturday in May, so let's learn about pilates from pilates instructor Maggie Kathryn Dill! I started in this industry at the age of 18 on an island in south Florida. At the time, I was… read more
May the Fourth Be With You: Star Wars Movie Marathon
In honor of May 4 this Saturday, we should all be watching Star Wars! If you’re not a dedicated fan, then you might not realize that the movies are released out of order. But we’ve got you covered! Here is… read more
Yoga for Anxiety
It is a given that there will be times where we feel anxious, stressed or overwhelmed about events happening in our life. Anxiety is one of the most common mental illnesses in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults or 18.1%… read more
6 of Our Favorite Slow Cooker Soup Recipes
Busy days and busy night means little time for food prep sometimes. There is no better time than now to take advantage of that trusty slow cooker. Making dinner can start to become a chore or worse, a quick stop… read more
10 Ways Your Body is Telling You That You’re Out of Shape
The human body is an amazing machine. It can accomplish great feats, heal itself, and provide insight into emotional and physical problems, if we take the time to listen. Your body will tell you that you're out of shape and… read more
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Where To See Manatees In Florida
November to April is manatee season! Now is the perfect time to catch a glimpse of these gentle giants. So, here are the best places to find them. (But remember - look, never touch!) 1. Crystal River Crystal River is… read more
Workouts for the Week
Exercises Inspired by our Animal Friends
Researchers often look to nature to help improve the human experience. Even the basic principles of flight were found from birds. Throughout human history we have used the world around us to enhance our abilities. So why not turn to… read more
Get Involved With These Sports to Stay Active As You Age
We know that exercise is important to us as we get older, but sometimes hitting the gym isn’t enough. Running on the treadmill, using machines or even taking classes at the gym may not be your cup of tea, but… read more
Find Out Why You Should Try Water Aerobics
The term water aerobics has gotten a bad rep, constantly coming off as an easy exercise performed in the shallow end of the pool. However, water aerobics applies to several different water activities that increase your breathing and heart rate… read more
At-Home Ab Workouts for Every Skill Level
Your core is made up of muscles in the abdomen and lower back. These muscles are vital to posture, injury prevention and general musculoskeletal health. Luckily, the core is one of the easier muscle groups to work out at home… read more
Viparita Karani: The Yoga Pose You Did Not Know You Needed
The Viparita Karani pose has recently taken the yoga world by a gentle storm. “From the word ‘Viparita’ meaning ‘reversed’ and ‘Karani’ meaning ‘in action,’ we can understand that what many of us think of as ‘legs up the wall… read more
Morning Workout Motivation
With the clock falling back an hour, it is time for gym motivation to spring forward. Most professionals recommend working out in the morning because it is easier to throw in the towel after a long day of work. With… read more