June 2023: The Sustainability Issue
We’re talking sustainability in this month’s issue. Austin FC has energized soccer fans across the city, but perhaps something you don’t know is the football club’s sustainability effort. We also catch up with FC’s sports psychologist and explore the origins of the Hillside Farmarcy in this month’s issue.
From The June 2023 Issue
June 1, 2023
Working out is hard. It’s supposed to be. But, there comes a point when working out may be so physically and mentally demanding that it is no longer enjoyable. This is the point where...
June 1, 2023
2010 marked the formation of Austin’s Sustainability Office. The city’s government website describes sustainability as “…taking proactive steps to protect Austin’s quality of life now and for future generations.” I agree with this simple...
June 1, 2023
Strength training is an effective way to meet almost every fitness goal – strength, aesthetics, body composition, muscular endurance – and it’s important at every stage of life. The benefits of strength training are...
June 1, 2023
When we think of elite athletes’ visions of statuesque physiques and robust physical health, come to mind. But what about mental health? Perhaps in the haze of amazement and kinesiological wonder we feel over...
June 1, 2023
I’ve known Jess since 2011 and ever since I’ve known her, she has been a beast! She has always been someone I admire, look up to, and am proud to call a friend. There...
June 1, 2023
Working on your landscape is working on your mind as well. Permaculture is the implementation of sustainable, permanent agriculture. Permanently nourishing our land and body. Wolfert, the founder of Symbiosis Regenerative Systems, has been...
June 1, 2023
Hillside Farmacy has been a charming fixture in East Austin for eleven years, providing good food, great atmosphere, and one of the most popular brunch destinations on the Eastside. The team behind Hillside Farmacy...
June 1, 2023
If you’ve ever heard of Myofascial Release, you might think it’s foam rolling, using a lacrosse ball, or some other painful modality that aggressively digs into your muscles and soft tissues. While these things...
June 1, 2023
Finding brands that work for you in the skin care industry is difficult with a wide selection of products constantly circulating. A men’s skincare startup here in Austin has made an effort to stand...
June 1, 2023
Seeing the fruits of your labor displayed at one of Austin’s many farmers’ markets can be incredibly rewarding, but knowing that you are also helping Austin to be more sustainable can be equally rewarding....
June 1, 2023
In my experience, both as a footwear designer and run club leader, I’ve come across many folks who intend to incorporate running into their routine. Some come into it quite literally hitting the ground...
June 1, 2023
True health comes from deliberately pursuing everything that fulfills you and brings purpose to your life. Sustainable wellness means creating a long-term plan to support and nourish your overall well-being. Building such a plan...
June 1, 2023
Hello Austin Fit Fam! AFM influencer Nikki Zahka (@FitwithNikk_) again and this time I am so excited to highlight my personal favorite wellness and recovery spa in Austin, Evolve Cryo + Wellness. They’re located...
June 1, 2023
Sustainability has become a primary goal for many individuals and organizations, not just at the big environmental level but in people’s individual daily practices as well. The fitness and lifestyle industries are some of...
June 1, 2023
The fashion industry is notorious for its environmental impact; athletic wear is no exception. As athleisure becomes more popular, the number of people seeking eco-friendly workout clothes also increases. Sustainable athleisure ensures organizations create...
June 1, 2023
Everyone wants their hair to look, and feel, amazing, but at what cost? Oftentimes, non-eco friendly hair care products can remove the scalp’s protective layers over time. We got the chance to interview Shandi...
