Enjoy our beautiful landscaping and the warm summer evenings by grilling dinner at our barbecue and picnic area! I love eating outside; it just makes everything taste better. When I ran across this recipe, I realized it would be perfect for a laid-back gathering of friends and family. The recipe for this deliciously spicy chicken dish is from the kitchn. It... [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...]

Spring is in the air, and the weather is perfect to get out for a jog or a bike ride! Good thing Trolley Track Trail is just minutes away from The Ridge at Chestnut.  This 6.5 mile trail runs along the former route of a trolley line.  Now it’s paved with crushed limestone and connects some of Kansas City’s highest density residential areas.  There are... [Read more...]