Posts with tag 'FL'

When you think of Gainesville, FL, the first association you probably make is the University of Florida. It makes sense – UF is one of the nation's top public universities, and it just so happens to reside in a pretty small town.

If there's a second association you'd make, though, it should be Gainesville's abundant natural beauty and life. From dense blankets of maples, palms, and oak trees to the miles of swamp and marshlands in and around the city, Gainesville is rich with picturesque Floridian beauty. Even better is how easily accessible it all is! No matter where you are, you'll always be close to some of the state's finest trails and parks. Pack your comfy shoes and immerse yourself in nature with these amazing hiking trails in Gainesville, FL.

La Chua Trail

The La Chua Trail...

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There are so many ways to manage one's nutrition – calories in/calories out, macros, keto and low-carb, just to name a few – it can be confusing to figure out which one works best for you. But no matter your dieting style, there's one universal truth they all share: eating out is hard on a diet. Thankfully, a growing number of restaurants offering more nutritionally sound menus is making it easier. Here are some of the best healthy places to eat in Orange Park, FL.

Clean Eatz

Clean Eatz takes its mission to be the first step in leading you to a healthy lifestyle seriously. Its menu is full of forward-thinking options for the nutritionally conscious, including customizable protein and veggie bowls, superfood salads, wraps, and a rang...

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Modern day living in a big city like Orlando is hard. We've never been more connected to the world at large, able to access alarming news and information whenever we want it. Add to that the typical stresses of day-to-day, metropolitan life – work, kids, traffic, crowds, maintaining relationships, the list goes on and on – and we're all basically pressure cookers desperately in need of a break.

Instead of connecting to the outside world, try connecting to your own energies with a yoga session. Yoga is a great way to keep your mind and body healthy and active, and it's been proven to help relieve tension and stress from your body. Discover for yourself that yoga is more than funky buzzwords like Zen and chakras by visiting one...

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After a chilly winter, we think we speak for all Gainesville-ians (and Floridians, for that matter) when we say welcome back, spring! Now that spring sunshine and warmer temperatures are becoming the norm again, there are plenty of reasons to get outside and explore all the wonder the city has to offer. So put the long sleeves back in the closet and go check out these outdoor events in Gainesville, FL.

The Great Inflatable Race April 6, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 3100 NE 39^th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609

How do you make a run for charity even better? Add inflatable obstacles! Bring the whole family out to this fun run and a have a blast bouncing around the custom-desi...

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