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Greetings from the Rocky Mountains of Colorado! As the new Sub Channel Steward for Winter Sports, I am committed to improving the ski and snowboard articles on Helium. Why am I qualified to do this? Read on!

I am the owner of Mountain Sport Pilates and Fitness,

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Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Comparing weight training to cardio: 1 of 21
Ellie Elliptical rushes into the gym and proceeds to the scale. Gasp! Bad news! She races to the cardio room, hoards her favorite elliptical, and throws her towel over the screen, lest someone see how long she's been hogging the machine. Ellie sets the machine on the lowest resistance, so that she can move as quickly as possi... More..
Travel > Mexico The top historical sights to see in Cancun, Mexico: 1 of 9
Most people are aware of Cancun's reputation as a spectacular beach resort. However, if you are looking for a beach vacation with an education, Cancun offers the perfect opportunity to soak up some knowledge while soaking up some sun. Cancun is located in the Mayan Peninsula. Once upon a time, this region was home to the grea... More..
Health & Fitness > Fitness Basics How to stay fit in 10 simple way: 2 of 14
As a fitness professional with over 25 years of experience, I spent most of my life in New York City and Boston. My clientele list was composed of corporate executives, working mothers, and actors with heavy rehearsal schedules. All had one common question: "How do I stay fit without buying a gym membership?" Through years of... More..
Travel > United States Summer/fall travel destinations: Aspen, Colorado: 2 of 14
In Aspen, Colorado, everything that glistens isn't snow. In fact, some of its most intriguing events take place in the summer and fall. Its founder, Walter Paepcke, wouldn't have it any other way. He believed that winter was the time for sport, but summer was reserved for artists and intellectuals. Thus, in 1949 Paepcke made ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Skiing The most scenic ski resorts in Vermont: 1 of 6
Sometimes, in our haste to find the most challenging ski resort, we neglect one of the most incredible aspects of our sport. While no one would deny that skiing appeals to thrill seekers, it is also a way to bring us into harmony with nature. Unfortunately, the over development of certain ski areas can sometimes promote disso... More..
Travel > United States Warm weather outdoor activities, Aspen, Colorado: 4 of 20
As warmer weather arrives in Aspen, the fashion show of Bogner one-piece ski suits becomes conspicuous by its absence. The only fur coats you might see are the ones that belong to its original owners. Look carefully! There's a red fox hiding amongst the golden aspens. Ah, the glories of Aspen in the summer time.There's much t... More..
Health & Fitness > Fitness Basics How to do a perfect crunch: 2 of 10
So popular is the crunch, that it even has a national fitness studio bearing its name. Every day, millions of people rush to the gym, with hopes of flattening their bellies or "losing inches," around their "stomach." Some perform hundreds of crunches on daily. Sadly, they rarely reach their goals. After months of practice, th... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Cool winter workouts: 2 of 10
For every workout plan, there is a season. So when the weather outside is frightful, who cares? Winter workouts can be delightful! In fact, studies have shown that outdoor winter workouts may be the perfect cure for seasonal affective disorder, otherwise known as SAD. Experts believe that this condition is caused by lack of s... More..
Personal Finance > Real Estate Best new destinations for successful year-round properties: 1 of 5
Are you a property manager in search of profitable year-round vacation rentals? If so, you've probably heard the word "micropolis." According to the Wall Street Journal, a micropolis is a town with a population between 10,000 and 49,999. In contrast to suburbs, which are often described as bedroom communities for larger citie... More..
Sports & Recreation > Skiing Top 10 reasons why Mont Tremblant is the top-rated ski resort in eastern North America: 1 of 5
Once again, Ski Magazine has rated Mont Tremblant as the Number One Ski Resort in the East. Indeed Tremblant's popularity is well deserved. Why do people love it here? Let's explore the top 10 reasons that make Mont Tremblant the top-rated resort in Eastern North America.1. Ambiance: If you would like to take a trip to France... More..