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About me - Lisa Marie Mercer

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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Health & Fitness > Fitness Basics The benefits of exercising in water: 5 of 10
If you are looking for an effective fitness program that will not put too much stress on your joints, consider water exercise. For this reason, water fitness classes are often recommended for people suffering from the effects of orthopedic surgery, arthritis and various muscular/skeletal injuries. Since pregnant women are oft... More..
Local Guides > New York City A baby boomer's guide to visiting New York City: 4 of 8
Once upon a time, Manhattan's Upper West Side was considered a haven for New York City's bohemian intellectuals. While the gentrification projects of the past two decades have changed the ambiance of this once unique neighborhood, thanks to historic preservation, shadows of the Upper West Side's artistic past can still be see... More..
Arts & Humanities > Internet Writing & Blogging How to market your book ideas on the Internet: 3 of 6
Dear Reader,I have a confession. I do not have a degree in journalism. Believe it or not, I was not an English major. On the other hand, my publishing credits include one fitness book, four career guide e-books, one fiction book and hundreds of articles, which are featured in major print and online publications.P.S. Not one o... More..
Sports & Recreation > Skiing Buyer's guide to ski boots: 3 of 6
So you went skiing, and now you're hooked. You just can't wait to go out and buy some skis. Wait! Hold off! Although they are not quite as "sexy" as skis, your boots are the most important piece of ski equipment you can buy! Since the primary movements of skiing begin in the feet, selecting ski boots that fit properly and are... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Exercises for pregnant women: 2 of 4
Having spent many years teaching prenatal exercise, I had the pleasure of teaching a few woman through multiple pregnancies. It was interesting to note that each pregnancy was completely different. During one pregnancy, my student was okay with lying supine. In another, this was impossible. With this in mind, as you read this... More..
Sports & Recreation > Skiing How to have an action-packed week at Copper Mountain: 2 of 4
While Copper Mountain is one of Summit County's most popular ski resorts, some of the best activities and deals are not widely publicized. That's what makes them special. However, if you're looking for an insider's perspective on Copper Mountain secrets, read on.Your day at Copper Mountain might begin with a tour of the mount... More..
Sports & Recreation > Skiing Ski resort review: Telluride, Colorado: 2 of 4
Ah, Telluride! Locals call it, "To Hell Your Ride." Why? Back in the 1870s, Telluride was a nameless gold mining town, with a reputation for boisterous activity. Of what type of activity do we speak? Fill in your favorite vice. Legend has it that when a dude came here to find gold, his mother, lover, wife or all of the above ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Skiing Luxury at its finest: Ski Colorado's Beaver Creek: 2 of 4
Anyone who has ever had the desire to ski in the lap of luxury should consider a winter vacation at Beaver Creek, Colorado. From the moment you enter the resort, you become aware that Vail Resorts, its parent company, spared no expense when they designed this impressive ski area. Do you hate walking on ice in the base area? N... More..
Local Guides > New York City New York hotels: New hotels opening up in NYC: 2 of 4
Go figure. In a year when the US economy has taken a plunge, several luxury hotels are opening in New York City. Those who came of age in the Big Apple will be interested, or perhaps horrified to note that these luxury palaces are being built in the once funky and low rent areas of the city. There goes the neighborhood!The Tr... More..
Travel > United States The best pet-friendly activities in Colorado: 2 of 4
If you love to travel with your dog, Colorado offers a number of exciting activities that can be enjoyed by both two-legged and four-legged creatures. For example, if you like baseball, perhaps your dog might enjoy accompanying you to a Rockies game. The Paws in the Park takes place at Coors Field during the summer, when the ... More..