Wellness

💪 Here are 3 ways we’re staying active this year

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Getting outdoors not only improves your physical health, but your mental health, too. | Photo by Patricia H/Flickr

New year, same you, better habits. Looking to incorporate more movement into your routine this year? There are many benefits of regular exercise, from increased energy levels to a better mood and more.

The best way to stay consistent: finding something you enjoy doing. Identifying an activity that’s genuinely fun for you can shift your mindset from it being something you “have to do” to being something you are excited to do. (This will make it easier to plan + stick with your routine.)

Pro tip: The overall goal is movement. It’s not about having a rigorous workout routine — it’s about moving mindfully, being kind to yourself + your body, and having fun.

Here are a few ways to get started:

🏔️ Get outdoors

There’s a host of benefits to spending time outside, getting more grounded, and reigniting our connection with nature. Grab your walking (or running — if you’re feeling up to it) shoes, your bike, maybe even your roller blades, and head to the Swamp Rabbit Trail, Paris Mountain State Park, or one of these hiking spots or local parks. Temps too low to get outside? Keep reading.

🧘 Find your zen

Explore the mind-body connection by taking a yoga class at Soul Yoga, Greenville Yoga, or another local studio. Yoga is a great way to work on strength and balance, and it’s not a stretch to say it’s a proven way to relieve stress and stay mentally healthy.

👟 Bring the gym to you

Don’t have time to head out? Enter: An online at-home workout platform like Pvolve. At-home workouts are a great way to stay consistent, and Pvolve has a variety of low-impact workouts to help tone, strengthen, and sculpt.

Bonus: Scroll to the bottom of this email to check out Prisma Health’s free fitness videos.

Here’s to finding ways to move that feel good in 2024, GVL. Just remember, we think you’re doing great.

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What’s your favorite way to stay active?

A. Walking or running outdoors
B. Taking group exercise classes
C. Working out at home
D. Other

(How) I like to move it, move it

Events

Community

Sunday Brunch Greer Farmers Market | Sunday, February 11 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Greer City Park, 301 E. Poinsett St., Greer | Free | Start off your Sunday morning with a stroll through the park to shop from 40+ local vendors, enjoy live music, and more.

Health

Community Blood Pressure Screening | Monday, February 12 | 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Senior Action, 3715 East North St., Suite K | Free | Join Senior Action Greenville to get your blood pressure checked + learn more about who is at risk and ways to control hypertension.

Active

Six Hours on the Ridge | Saturday, February 24 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Pleasant Ridge Camp and Retreat Center, 4232 Hwy. 11, Marietta | $45 | This mountain biking event tests riders’ endurance as they see how many laps they can race on the 6-mile JFA trail in six hours.
The Greenville Half Marathon and 5K | Saturday, February 24 | 7:30 a.m. | Gateway Park, 115 Henderson Dr., Travelers Rest | $30-$115 | Registration is still open for this competitive race, feautring a course that runs through Travelers Rest, the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail, and downtown Greenville.
First Fridays Yoga | Friday, March 1 | 12-1 p.m. | Good Art Co., 10 Central Ave. | Free | Kick off your Friday with a mindful vinyasa yoga class + stay after to tour the artist studios at Good Art Co.

News Notes

Active

(Snow) play it up, GVL. Don’t let the cold keep you indoors — check out our list of the best places to ski, snowboard + tube near Greenville.

Answered

Hey, GVL Wellness readers: In October, you let us know that collagen was one wellness trend you wanted to learn more about — and Prisma Health created a podcast just for you. See what Prisma Health’s Lisa Money, RDN, has to say about collagen’s truths, myths + effects on our bodies.

Coming Soon

ICYMI Greenville will soon be getting a new pickleball complex. PKL Park — set to open in summer 2024 — will feature eight professional-grade pickleball courts, four micro-restaurants, a full bar, and more. See details + renderings.

Drink

Spirit-free sips, please. We’ve rounded up a list of 30+ places around Greenville to enjoy booze-free drinks — from non-alcoholic beers + wines to hand-crafted mocktails.

Health

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US among men and women alike. This American Heart Month, we encourage you to learn more about factors that can impact heart health — and take this free assessment to see if you’re at risk for a heart condition.

Wellness

Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and whether you’ve been dating someone for five months or five years, there are traits that can make or break a relationship. Check out this list of dating red flags, unhealthy relationship traits, and signs that point to a healthy relationship.

Family

Families know the feeling. Your child comes home from school sick, and soon, the whole family is too. Share these tips with your kids to help stop the spread of germs at school this season.

Outdoors

Be-leaf it or not, winter is a good time to start preparing a garden. Now is a prime time to shop for seeds, do some routine maintenance, and even sow certain plants. Check out our guide on how to prep your garden + what to plant in the winter months.

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