Pulse Newsletter Archive

PULSE 5.23.13

Check out the latest PULSE! Learn why you should pack a pair of walking shoes for healthier flying, find out how to break through a running plateau, and read about the 10 reasons you should kayak to work in RVA. All that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 5.9.13

The latest PULSE is here! Learn about the Richmond Region bicycle infrastructure report that was released today, find out how some doctors are helping their patients by writing prescriptions of exercise, and check out a Q&A with the new manager of the James River Park System. All that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 5.2.13

Check out the newest PULSE, and learn about an Army colonel who had to get creative in order to keep a vow to his wife about running the Monument Avenue 10k while deployed in Afghanistan. Plus, check out the exciting new course for this weekend's Times-Dispatch Go! Discover Richmond, and find out why indoor climbing might just be the next big urban sports craze. All that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 4.25.13

The latest PULSE is here - get the scoop on all the cycling-related events going on in May as RVA celebrates 'Richmond Bike Month,' find out why exercise can be a cure for jet lag, and get tips to choose the social fitness platform that's right for you. All that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 4.18.13

The latest PULSE is here! Read about a local school using an annual Bike-A-Thon to raise money for a good cause, find out why following pre-race strategies allowed one runner to have a 'perfect' day at the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k, and learn why commuters who bike and walk are happiest. All that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 4.11.13

The latest PULSE is here - get great tips on what to expect on race day at the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k and learn about the spirit groups, bands and costumed runners that bring plenty of motivation for the participants, plus find out why working out with a partner can increase the health benefits of running - all that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 4.05.13

Check out the latest PULSE! Read about the new RVA Streets Alive! event, see three pre-race myths get debunked, and find out what the most aerodynamic hairstyle is (hint: you might want to look into a mullet). All that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 3.28.13

PULSE is here - learn about VCU Brandcenter students using the HDL, Inc. Massey Challenge to help one of their own, find out how to make time to play at any age, and get your office and coworkers ready for National Walking Day on April 3rd - all that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 3.21.13

New in this week's PULSE - learn how the Healthy School Challenge gets students and teachers ready for the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k, find out about the new director of Richmond's Bike Walk RVA initiative, and see why more people are hosting 'fitness parties' - all that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 3.14.13

PULSE is here - learn about the new course for the Times-Dispatch Go! Discover Richmond, find out why a midday workout can help boost your productivity, and read about a 102-year-old who hits the gym regularly - all that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 3.7.13

The latest PULSE is here - learn how volunteers help power the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k, train your brain to help improve your running, and find out how cities across the country are making biking irresistible - all that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 2.28.13

PULSE is here - learn how Henrico County employees are using the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k to build a healthier workforce, read about how more sleep can make you a faster runner, and find out why biking or walking to work could help you concentrate better during the day - all that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 2.21.13

The latest PULSE is here - read about local high school students leading the charge to raise funds for the HDL, Inc. Massey Challenge, find out why one writer decided to do a triathlon without ever leaving his apartment, and learn about new bike racks going up all over RVA - all that and more in this week's PULSE.

PULSE 2.14.13

PULSE is here - read about David Hofe, this year's contestant for the AT&T Dash for the Cash at the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k, find out why couples that exercise together stay together, and check out all the local companies embracing corporate wellness at the Active RVA awards luncheon - all that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 2.7.13

PULSE is here - read about the YMCA 10k Training Team and be sure to register by the February 8th deadline, learn how to reboot your running resolutions for 2013, and find out about the best running gear for winter - all that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 1.31.13

PULSE is here - Register for the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k, the 8th largest running race in the U.S., before the February 1st price increase, get 10 tips on how to train and run your first 10k, and learn how running relaxed can lead to your best performance - all that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 1.24.13

PULSE is here - read about how VCU and the University of Richmond are turning their basketball rivalry into a way to support the HDL, Inc. Massey Challenge, get some great tips on running in the cold weather safely and efficiently, and learn how being active is linked to long-term happiness - all that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 1.17.13

PULSE is here - read about a young Massey Challenge participant who runs and raises money in honor of his brother, learn some fast winter workouts that will give you an edge in spring races, and check out the art and science of 10k pacing - all that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 1.10.13

PULSE is here - check out a great story about local runner Kaity Kasper and the HDL, Inc. Massey Challenge at the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k, and get a look at the cool new 10k t-shirt design; plus, get four tips on how to run your best 10k. All that and more in this week's PULSE!

PULSE 1.03.13

PULSE is here - learn about CJW Medical Center's 'Walk America' program and how their staff plans to walk across the country, check out some great New Year's running resolutions, and find out how exercise makes you smarter - all that and more in this week's PULSE!

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