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Find Your Closest OrthoCarolina Orthopedic Urgent Care

Written by OrthoCarolina on September 16, 2024. Posted in Wellness.

Partner Content Experiencing acute [& inconvenient!] orthopedic injuries can turn everyday activities into challenging endeavors. The pain, swelling, and limited mobility associated with these conditions can disrupt your daily life, making it crucial to seek prompt professional care. In the heart of our community, where every moment counts, the efficiency and convenience of walk-in orthopedic care ensures that you can receive immediate attention without the added stress of long waits or scheduling delays. This accessibility is not just about physical relief; it’s about regaining...

Sign Up for Walk2WIN: 2-Mile Walk and Costume Contest

Written by Brian Perry on August 21, 2024. Posted in Wellness. 1 Comment on Sign Up for Walk2WIN: 2-Mile Walk and Costume Contest

Saturday, Nov 2nd at 9:30 am (Costume Contest Signups Begin at 8:30am) Route: Atrium Health Ballpark and Downtown Kannapolis $25 to register, Kids 12 and under FREE Includes a t-shirt and a chance to win raffle prizes. Why is this event unique? There are lots of 5K races in our community and they often include 1 mile walks, but no other 2-mile walks! This event is great for people looking to go the “extra mile”! It’s perfect for people of all ages, families, and seniors! And this year, the event has added a little more FUN with a Costume Contest since the date is so close to Halloween. Kids...

Step by Step Towards a Cure: Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Written by Abby Cagle on August 14, 2024. Posted in Wellness.

Have you or someone you know been affected by Alzheimer’s? One way you can join the fight to find a cure is to participate in the world’s largest fundraiser, 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Rowan-Cabarrus, NC, for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. 📅 Saturday, Sept 21st ⏱️ Registration at 9am; Opening Ceremony and Walk at 10 am 📍 Atrium Health Ballpark, 1 Cannon Baller Way, Kannapolis, NC 28081 Participants of all ages and abilities are encouraged to join. Last year, thanks to our incredible community, they surpassed their goal of $50,000 by raising $62,000! This year, they...

Get Fit Together Brings Bungee Fitness to Concord

Written by Abby Cagle on August 14, 2024. Posted in Wellness.

📍 300 Copperfield Blvd NE # 200, Concord, NC 28025 Website | Facebook | Instagram Get Fit Together (GFT) has been encouraging people of all ages and abilities to get fit and lead a healthy lifestyle for the past two and a half years. Owner Joy Dry has been a Fitness Trainer since 2009 and recently added Bungee Fitness to the program lineup and is always offering a couple of special classes for adults and kids. Bungee Fitness combines traditional fitness with the thrill of aerial acrobatics using specially designed bungee cords to create a low-impact workout that challenges strength, balance,...

Walk Cabarrus Encourages Visit to Local Trail

Written by Abby Cagle on June 3, 2024. Posted in Wellness.

Partner Content Take a hike on the Buffalo Creek Preserve Trail during National Great Outdoors Month Throughout the summer, Walk Cabarrus is highlighting one of the many places to enjoy a walk around Cabarrus County with a Walk of the Month. This month, discover the beauty of the Buffalo Creek Preserve Trail, a 4.2-mile out-and-back route in Mount Pleasant, North Carolina. Buffalo Creek Preserve Trail 📍 7911 Malibu Rd, Mt Pleasant, NC ⏰ Trail Hours 6am–6pm Visit the Walk of the Month webpage to get all the details about this trail and see photos from some of the Walk Cabarrus participants...

Discover Your Path to Fitness and Fun with Cabarrus County’s Run Clubs

Written by Abby Cagle on May 28, 2024. Posted in Wellness.

Are you looking to lace up your running shoes and hit the pavement with a group of like-minded individuals? If so, Cabarrus County has a variety of local run clubs that cater to all levels of runners. From casual joggers to competitive athletes, these clubs offer a supportive and motivating environment for you to push your limits and achieve your running goals. Let’s take a closer look at a few of the run clubs in Cabarrus County and how you can get involved. Old Armor Brewery Run Club Join the Old Armor Brewery Run Club on Mondays at 6:15pm for a fun run that showcases the newly renovated...

Spotlight on Community Yoga Central

Written by Abby Cagle on April 22, 2024. Posted in Wellness.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson A sanctuary for holistic well-being and community connection. 📍 Community Yoga Central, 160 Manor Avenue Southwest, Concord, NC 28025 Website | Facebook | Instagram Community Yoga Central is more than just a yoga studio – it’s a vibrant collective of independent yoga teachers dedicated to making yoga accessible to everyone. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or stepping onto the mat for the first time, there’s a place for you in their welcoming space. In Sanskrit, “shala” means home, and that’s exactly what Community Yoga...