It All Kicked Off in Richmond: The Story of Andy Potts
As one of the most versatile triathletes in the world, it’s inspiring to hear that Andy Potts can trace the beginning of his journey back to Richmond, Virginia. Before returning for the Richmond Endurance Athlete Symposium and Expo on January 24, Potts shares how he came to be where he is today. Potts swam throughout […]
Spirit 76 Ride – bike ride to support local nonprofit
Calling bicycle riders of all ages and abilities! The annual Spirit 76 Ride will take place rain or shine Sept. 6, 2014. Proceeds benefit CCHASM (Chesterfield/Colonial Heights Alliance for Social Ministry), a local nonprofit that assists individuals and families who, for various reasons (loss of jobs, medical emergencies, loss of the primary income member, recent disability), are experiencing an […]
Local Physicians Collect Sports Equipment for Fit4Kids
RVA likes to give. This spring and early summer, Richmonders dug deep into their closets and searched their garages for gently used sporting equipment as part of the annual AdvancedItUp! initiative. Advanced Orthopaedics, a Richmond full-service orthopaedic practice featuring 10 separate “Centers of Excellence,” each focused on the treatment of one specific area of the […]
The Photohontas Story
Envision yourself on the river, the James River. Envision yourself on a rock in the middle of the river with water flowing by. Now turn 360 degrees in place and take in the vistas that surround you. Starting this summer, two Richmond-based entrepreneurs are teaming up to make their vision of the James a reality, […]
Pedal Power: Indoor Cycling in RVA
What happens when a ballet dancer, a runner, and a glass of wine collide? A cycling studio, of course. That’s what Shannon Greenwood and AnnMarie Grohs came up with over a glass of wine on Grohs’ front porch one evening. Greenwood, who is classically trained as a ballet dancer and performed with RVA Dance Collective, […]
RVA Runs
Patton Gleason was born to run. He likes to keep things simple, and says that less is more. As the owner of Richmond-based Optimal Run, a leading online retailer for innovative running gear, Gleason should know. During a recent presentation, titled Running and Happiness, Gleason cut open a $140 shoe to make his point. “This […]
Connecting The Network: Greater Richmond Bicycle Coalition
It’s no secret that Richmond likes bikes. Today the region boasts a wide range of two-wheel enthusiasts—from avid cyclists and mountain bikers to those simply looking for a healthy and environmentally friendly alternative to driving a vehicle. But now a new movement is underway, one designed to connect and mash-up a grow- ing number of […]
Pedicabbing Around RVA
By Cameron McPherson Who has the best quad muscles in Richmond? There’s no scientific evidence, but it’s likely the dependable, customer service-driven crew at Spoken4. The team of cyclists is known for carting Richmonders around in the company’s environmentally-friendly and attention- grabbing bike taxis. The brainchild of Richmond couple Katie Hurst and Kyle Langemeier, Spoken4 […]
Play Hard Extreme Fitness
SITTING AROUND? GREATER RICHMOND HAS A FIX FOR THAT. The region has no shortage of hardcore workout groups to get you in shape and leave you drenched in sweat and barely able to lift the shampoo bottle during your post-workout shower. Make sure you wear a tank top from https://www.ryderwear.co.uk/collections/mens-tanks if you are willing to […]
Hop in the Saddle: 10 ways to enjoy RVA by Scooter
1. RIDING A SCOOTER IS INHERENTLY FUN. It’s all the fun of riding a bicycle, but you get to your destination quicker going 35 mph AND without being covered in sweat. It’s all the fun of riding a motorcycle while being much lighter and far less intimidating. Whilst riding a motorcycle and scooter have many […]