I love dogs—as I’m sure many people do—but you know what’s even better than dogs? Puppies! And when those puppies are with you while you do yoga, it’s absolute perfection. Puppy yoga combines stretching, cuddles, and quality time with the cutest companions imaginable. Here in Dallas, there’s a local spot called Puppies and Yoga on […]
When I first started taekwondo at the age of eight, I never thought I would ever come this far. What first started out as a way to defend myself became a huge part of my life. Now, six years later, I could not imagine a life without it. Less than a year ago, I earned […]
Many athletes put all of their time into their sports. So much so, they start to believe being an athlete is what defines them. When those same athletes who have dedicated their lives to being the best at what they do undergo an injury like tearing an ACL, the recovery process becomes difficult physically and […]
As lacrosse season approaches, although it is important to work on basic skills, it can be hard to know where to start. I have been playing lacrosse for nine years, and this is my routine to help me prepare and improve my skills. Wall Ball Routine: 100 right 100 left 50 quick stick right […]
This is the second post in a 2-part series. To read about the beginning of the trip, click here. day 5/6 This was 100% the scariest day of the trip. We woke up early and went on a short hike, about 3 hours and rested the rest of the day, except for a […]
traveling There are a lot of things that go through your mind when you’re preparing to leave for Tanzania to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. “Do I have everything I need?” “Am I ready for this?” “Can I do this?” And the one I thought about the most, “Oh my gosh, I can’t do this.” […]
This article was written for yooou! by 15-year-old (almost 16, almost!), KL. Hi everyone!! I wanted to share some of my favorite ways to stay active this summer!! Personally, moving my body and working out makes me feel so good and productive!! I love to go on runs or walks, swim, lift weights, and more!! […]
This article was written for yooou! by 16 year old, MG. A pair of brightly colored skis with a matching onesie and princess helmet was my attire when I first stepped into skis at the young age of 2. Many years later, my current goal is to make it to the Olympics for ski racing. […]
It’s about that time – fall sports team tryouts. It can be a challenging process but don’t shy away from a sport, team or activity because you don’t think you can do it. High school varsity girls lacrosse coach, MF, has some insightful tips for anyone trying to make any team. (Spoiler alert: the most important tip is […]
This article was written for yooou! by 10-year-old, VC. I love the water. To dive into the cool, refreshing water is my favorite thing. I adore swimming. And to be honest, I do think I can go far with it. But of course, nothing comes without a price. You see, I was on a swim […]