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May 1, 2023
Seasonal depression is often associated with winter, but seasonal depression can also occur during the summer months as well. While it’s most commonly referred to as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), its official name is...
May 1, 2023
With summer comes not only water sports and beach vacations but all the fresh fruits that will soon be available in Austin. Summer is a great time to enjoy fruits that are not easily...
May 1, 2023
On the 7th day, God rested and in the summertime, student-athletes recovered. Summer offers one of the greatest opportunities for student-athletes to take a break from their normal sports training and evaluate where they...
May 1, 2023
Both delicious and healthy, this flavor-packed recipe is sure to make a splash at your next gathering! Made with fresh ahi tuna and a hint of spice, it’s the perfect dish for a day...
May 1, 2023
It’s May, so Austin’s temperatures start to creep into the high 90s. Chances are high that your water consumption is increasing due to the rise in temperature and the amount of sweat your body...
May 1, 2023
May 5th – 6th UTOPiAfest Utopian societies get a bad rap, but utopian music festivals might be everything they promise to be. At this experience-centered UTOPiAfest, attendees can expect positive energy, friends who were...
May 1, 2023
When you’re on a beach vacation, the first sport that might come to your mind to play is sand volleyball. But it’s tricky when there’s no net already set up and you’re worried about...
May 1, 2023
“Studies have shown that improved NAD+ levels can leave people feeling and looking younger while also having improved brain and mental clarity. Some articles are calling it the anti-aging molecule” – Jana Gavin, RPH, ...
May 1, 2023
Hello there, Austin Fit Fam! It’s Billy Bosco, your AFM ambassador, local personal trainer and boot camp instructor. Now I’ve been lifting for over eight years, and I’ve never changed my lifting routine… mostly...
April 30, 2023
Let’s start with the reality that nearly everyone comes to therapy with their own skeptical energy. They have their own hang-ups and ready-made list of reasons to stop before it has a chance to...
April 27, 2023
What if we told you that nature could be your new break room and sunshine could be your new coffee? As companies and organizations have adapted to provide a remote work week, it’s now...
April 24, 2023
It may not be high-impact cardio, but many everyday activities count as some form of exercise. According to Mayo Clinic, adults should get at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity per week, which...
April 21, 2023
It’s a brisk morning pulling up to the parking lot at Reimer’s Ranch. You’ve got your climbing gear in tow as you meet your climbing crew. You approach o the crag, excited to tackle...
April 18, 2023
Nothing is worse than being out in the middle of the lake paddle boarding without adequate water or out on a long hike wishing you had packed food. Being out on the go and...
April 15, 2023
When our goal becomes “to tough up” our kids, we may unknowingly be negatively affecting their self-esteem. For sensitive children, understanding their self-esteem, self-control and temperament can be a huge factor in the sports...
April 12, 2023
Getting back into a fitness routine is an ever-evolving goal that comes and goes for many; everyone wants to be the hottest, healthiest and happiest version of themselves. You can practically feel the excitement,...
April 9, 2023
If you’re reading this, perhaps your adventurous side has kicked in and you want to try out whitewater rafting. It may seem like a fun and active activity, but there’s a lot more to...
April 7, 2023
Designing green spaces takes more than aesthetics into consideration; it keeps our mental health in mind. Study after study has shown that exposure to green space can benefit our mental health, reducing our risk...
April 6, 2023
The first regular season NBA game is to play at Moody center “The Spurs will be Austin’s team” Says Brandon James, SVP of The Spurs. For years Austinites have complained that we have no...
April 6, 2023
Epic bike trips often produce epic lessons. In 2015, I took a cross-country bike trip with my 75-year-old father, Merv, who had early-stage Alzheimer’s. During this time, I learned a lot about adventure and...
