Articles
December 3, 2012
Keeping up with cyclists who are faster than you is a pedaling art. Watch experienced riders and you’ll be amazed how their seemingly simple pedal strokes keep them in the group of fast moving...
December 3, 2012
Claudette Wakefield runs. Does she ever! On October 20, 2012, she completed her goal of racing a half marathon in each of the 50 states and Washington, D.C. She has run more than one...
November 17, 2012
Looking for a quick recipe? These Fall Pumpkin Muffins are a delicious and great treat to bake with your children and share with others during the holidays. What You Need 1 1/2 cups whole...
November 17, 2012
We had always planned to feature Willie Nelson in one of our issues because he personally supports so many aspects of our mission at AFM, namely to help people be healthy and fit. Surprised? You...
November 17, 2012
Driving into Willie Nelson’s ranch, off Highway 71 northwest of Austin, is like driving onto a movie set. Actually, it is a movie set; it’s been used in commercials, films, and TV spots. Cars...
November 17, 2012
As usual, I was traveling the night (and the two weeks) prior to my KMB workout. Waking up early the that morning wasn’t exactly what I had originally planned but, since there was a...
November 17, 2012
Growing up as a kid in Austin in the late 70s and 80s, my movie heroes were guys like John Matrix (Arnold Schwarzenegger in “Commando”) and Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone). At a young age,...
November 17, 2012
Here in Austin, we have some really great creative environments to train in and in this month’s column, we are sharing some movements that are being used with some unique training strategies. With access...
November 17, 2012
Do you recognize the location of November’s “Muscle Movement of the Month” photo shoot? That’s the Art Wall, located near 11th and Baylor (it’s official name is the Local to Global Outdoor Gallery Project...
November 17, 2012
You work out regularly, exercise is your life ritual, and fitness is your personality trait! Being a fitness enthusiast has made you more conscious of your body and health, and you realize that total...
November 17, 2012
Athletes, from the fitness-focused weekend warrior to the racing professional, can all benefit from a mindful and attentive approach to what they eat. Training, while very important, is only one part in the fitness...
November 17, 2012
Austin is known for its innovative restaurants, creative chefs, and fine local food products. Whether a food trailer suits your taste or you’re more the dress-up and sit-down dinner type, there’s something here for...
November 17, 2012
We’ve all done the routine. You’re trying to eat healthier, but your friend wants to go out for lunch. So you pick your favorite Tex-Mex, Italian, or American restaurant. Determined to choose something healthy,...
November 17, 2012
If the eyes are the window to the soul, why does gravity try to close them? I am not sure why this happens, but I know how. In our youth, the brow sits just...
November 17, 2012
Believe it or not, there’s not an Austin Fit Magazine Distance Challenge race in November. But that doesn’t mean runners don’t have some serious preparation to do before the Austin Runners Club Decker Half...
November 17, 2012
Counting calories? Get out your calculator for Thanksgiving, as we found some nutrition numbers that may surprise you.1941 Year Congress decided to make Thanksgiving an official national holiday 3,000 Average number of calories consumed...
November 17, 2012
Bike racers and triathletes alike understand that training on a bike can be a time-consuming endeavor. Because of the inherent efficiency of riding a bike—the ability to coast downhill, the cooling effect of the...
November 17, 2012
November 16-18, 2012, marks a new sports milestone for Austin: the advent of the United States only F1 Grand Prix, the Circuit of The Americas. It’s been impossible to miss the buzz about this...
November 17, 2012
Willie and Annie Nelson, along with Dan and Jean Rather, are the honorary chairs of the Sustainable Food Center’s Capital Campaign. A nonprofit organization, the Sustainable Food Center cultivates a healthy community by strengthening...
