Did you grow up playing baseball? If you lost touch with America’s pastime but want to get back out on the field, Kansas City is a great place to join up with a baseball league filled with like-minded athletes.  Plus, baseball is a great way to work in a bit of extra exercise without having to hit the gym! We’ve compiled a list of a few ways to get... [Read more...]

Now that summer is here, try incorporating our pool into your workout routine.  Primer has a list of 5 reasons that swimming is awesome, and I have to agree! 1. It’s fun! As the author points out, “humans are not aquatic by nature and so, just being in a pool is a bit of a strange, neat, and special feeling (dramatizations of Aquaman notwithstanding).” 2.... [Read more...]

Runners from all over the country are descending on Kansas City for the 37th Annual Hospital Hill Run! This exciting event takes place tomorrow morning starting at 7 a.m. There will be a half-marathon, 10k, and wheel chair race. If you've never seen an event like this, you should definitely check it out! Go cheer on the runners-Believe me, they need it! As... [Read more...]

It really is a struggle to make fitness a priority in our lives, but we all know it's important. I've found that it's a lot easier to put your workouts at the top of the "to do" list when you have something to work for. As one of my professors used to say (constantly), "there's no inspiration like a deadline." Well, it's true! So if you want to get healthy... [Read more...]