So often people ask me if I have stress. Yes, I do and I’ve written about it before. However, today reminds me of the one thing that probably stresses me out more than anything - more than my health, my business, my family, my finances - driving in the snow.
Today in Boston we are [...]
Last weekend we had the opportunity to travel up to the Montreal area to visit friends. On Sunday we took the 90 minute drive north to Mont Tremblant to hike and tour around. What a beautiful spot. A lake, a village, and a mountain which on Sunday had snow at the top. [...]
I teach a Hiking Basics class at Braintree Adult Education in Braintree, MA. I started last fall and it’s been a great success. We start with a 1.5 hour classroom session to discuss the basics of gear, safety, nutrition, outdoor outfitters and places to go. 10 days later we go for a two hour [...]
In mid-August, during my week on Cape Cod, Michael and I took a drive to the Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, run by the Mass Audubon Society. The day was warm and humid yet we chose a walk instead of the beach. Michael had visited the sanctuary in April and loved it.
Our walk started from the [...]
Summer is a time for sun, fun, heat and outdoor activity. Here are a few tips to help you stay safe and healthy through the summer season.
Stay hydrated – In the heat of the summer you will probably need more than your typical 64 ounces per day whether you are active or not.
Keep the sunscreen [...]
Summer is officially here and that means vacation time! Whether you travel for work or for fun, you can stay fit on the road. Here are a few tips to help you keep in shape while you travel.
Lower your expectations – If you spend 1 hour 5 days per week exercising at home, don’t [...]
Beach Volleyball, kayaking, hiking, walks on the beach. So much to do, do you know where to go? See below for locations, rental outfitters and more to help you stay active outside this summer and beyond. More locations coming soon!
Massachusetts Beaches (perfect for walking, jogging, biking, resting, Frisbee and paddle ball, too!)
South [...]
You don’t always have to go to the gym to stay fit and active! The June/July edition of Health magazine is full of ways to stay active all summer without going to the gym. Save the gym for a rainy day and try one of these great activities instead.
Beach Volleyball - Burn 544 [...]
Summer is a time to be outside! So often I hear people say “oh I’ve always wanted to try kayaking.” Well now you can. Here is a short list of where to go in and around Massachusetts including rental information. Get yourself out on the water, get fit and have fun doing [...]
If you’re familiar with the Boston area, then you may have heard about the Blue Hills Reservation located just south of the city. Blue Hills stretches for over 7,000 acres and borders Dedham, Milton, Randolph, Canton and Quincy. With over 100 miles of trails to hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, rock climbing, skiing and cross [...]
