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Greetings from the Rocky Mountains of Colorado!

I am the owner of Mountain Sport Pilates and Fitness, a sports conditioning personal training service in Summit County, Colorado. Having spent over 25 years in the fitness industry, I have achieved the status

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Travel > United States Things to do in winter in Keystone, Colorado: 2 of 8
"Where can I take my non-skiing spouse, friend or significant other?" There's a simple answer to this question: Keystone Colorado. Aside from handing your credit card to your snow phobic companion and saying "Go forth and shop," Keystone offers an endless variety of off-slope activities. Even better, if you are staying at a K... More..
Sports & Recreation > Skiing Perks to living on a ski resort: 2 of 8
The Perks of Paradise: Life in a Ski TownCan you imagine a lifestyle that allows you to engage in four spectacular seasons of exciting outdoor activities? Could you envision yourself saying "adios" to crime, air pollution and congestion? Do you long to live a life less ordinary? If you answered, "yes" to any of these question... More..
Travel > Air Travel & Airlines Best perks in frequent flyer programs: 1 of 4
As an energy professional living overseas, you probably have a number of occasions that involve international travel. You might want to visit your family back in the US. Perhaps your best friend is getting married. Then, there might be the unfortunate instance of death or illness. Or maybe you just want to take a well-deserve... More..
Sports & Recreation > Skiing The elusive traveler's guide to the Arapahoe Basin ski area: 1 of 4
Autumn of 2007 marked a lucky year for Colorado. Snow began falling in October, the Rockies made it to the World Series and Arapahoe Basin opened on October 13th. Affectionately known as A-Basin or simply "The Basin" by Summit County locals, Arapahoe Basin is often the first to open and the last to close. While closing date w... More..
Local Guides > Denver Traveling with kids in Denver: 4 of 15
Once upon a time, Denver's claim to fame was its distinction as a gateway city to the Rocky Mountains. Today, it's a vibrant, four season family playground, boasting an abundance of parks, museums, open spaces and cultural activities.If you're planning a trip to the Rocky Mountains, spending a few days in the Mile-High City g... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: A science fiction mystery: 11 of 40
Breckenridge Back in TimeSuspects:Mrs. GelgribWilliamAmandaMr. FordThe Harris'sJennifer's StoryIt all began in the summer of 2004. After earning my degree in hotel management, I sent my resume to various hotels at Colorado ski resorts. Why Colorado? As a hopeless snowboard addict, I dreamed of waking up surrounded by fresh po... More..
Sports & Recreation > Skiing Guide to the best ski resort to call home in Colorado: 2 of 7
Moved By the Mountains: Life in Breckenridge Colorado The lure of the mountains has inspired you to consider the possibility of moving to a ski town. You're searching for a town that suits both your athletic and artistic lifestyle. Your search ends at Breckenridge, Colorado.As an all-season playground for outdoor enthusiasts,... More..
Home & Garden > Rental Properties Property managers: Best new trends for pampering your guests: 2 of 7
Savvy property managers understand the competitive nature of the vacation accommodation market. They realize that hotels tempt potential guests with loyalty points, and entice them with on site fitness centers and free coffee. The local mega-resort offers lodging packages that seem too good to be true. But savvy property mana... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Exercise outdoors, even in winter: 9 of 30
The days get shorter. The temperatures drop. The snow covers the streets. Welcome to winter. Upon its arrival, many outdoor enthusiasts rush to hot and crowded gyms. However, something seems amiss. Where's the fresh air, where's the scenery, where's the love? Without negating the fitness benefits of indoor workouts, outdoor w... More..
Health & Fitness > Fitness Basics How to make the most of a fitness workout: 4 of 13
We've all heard the phrase, "time is money." But often, lack of time can cost us our health. For example, we know that we should participate in a well-rounded fitness program. But where do we find the time to do it all? Consequently, we focus on our favorite aspects of fitness, while neglecting the other areas.Having spent ov... More..