Fitness

Strength For Independence

Advice Editorial: Using Unconventional Methods Of Strength Training To Help Seniors Stay Active, Independent Article by Beth Templin, HouseFit Physical Therapy & Fitness | Photography by Katie Lentini STAIRS Difficulty with stairs is a common complaint of aging. Losing this skill can result in needing to move out of a home, and impacts one's ability to navigate. We recommend practicing stairs daily, slowly working up to five reps in a row to build leg strength and endurance.  FLOOR...

Food + Beverage

Coffee With Cause

The Roasted Purpose Founder, Joanna Johnsen, Says Her Coffee Benefits Health And Home Article by Stacey Collins Bibb | Photography by J. Whitmore Photography During conversations with Joanna Johnsen, the first thing one notices is her megawatt smile and boundless energy. In only a few minutes’ time, it becomes clear that Joanna has enthusiasm for family, community and coffee. “I’m a lot,” she admits with a laugh. “I had a dream one night in 2022, and by the time my husband woke up that...

Wellness

Exhaustion Is Out: Self-Care Is In

Advice Editorial: Easy, Trendy Ways To Take Care In 2025 Article by Mel Boban It's a New Year and a fresh start. Self-care is a common topic when January rolls around, but it can often insinuate pushing harder at the gym, eating in a calorie deficit, or other actions that ultimately punish and deplete the body. After such a busy holiday season, turning to self-care can help start 2025 off on a restorative and calm foot, one that sets the mood for putting yourself first. Gone are the days of...

Food + Beverage

Food Freedom In 2025

Advice Editorial: Say Goodbye To Diets, Hello To Clean Eating Article by Alana Fravell, Wellness Guide | Photography by Shanon Krueger, Delaney Jean Photography Clean eating isn’t just a trend; it’s the key to a healthier, more energized life. What one eats fuels body and mind, and processed foods work against consumers. As a former chronic dieter, my life has changed dramatically since eating clean. I’ve lost nearly 100 pounds without restricting, and now teach clients how to do the same. ...

Travel

C’est La Vie With CIVANA 

Relax, Celebrate At Wellness Resort & Spa In Carefree, AZ Article by Chelsea Haynes As health and wellness spas are rising across the continental U.S., the CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa in Carefree, Arizona, is one to have at the top of the list in 2025.  Secluded in Arizona’s sizzling Sonoran Desert, CIVANA prioritizes health and wellness for all of its incoming patrons. Ranked by Travel & Leisure as a Top 3 Destination Spa for five years in a row, this wellness resort prioritized...

Health + Wellness

Teeth And Well-Being

Chesterfield Dentist Wants To Help His Patients Be 'The Best Version Of Themselves' Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson | Photography by Christina Schmidt “I believe dentistry is not only about giving people a great experience, but helping people be the best version of themselves,” says John Pastorek, D.M.D., or “Dr. P” as he’s known by his patients and staff. “It’s not just about your teeth, but your overall well-being. It’s a big part of why I’m so passionate about getting to know my patients...

Fitness

Electrify Your Holidays: Gift the Joy of Adventure with Juiced Wheels!

Local Couple Discovers Untapped E-Bike Market, Find Huge Success In Offering Direct-To-Consumer E-Bike Sales And Service Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson One proverb embodies that necessity is the mother of invention. For Brett and Mandy Bartrum, it came in the form of a new business and an as-of-yet untapped market in St. Charles County. The Bartrums own and operate Juiced Wheels, an e-bike specialty and service shop, in Frenchtown in St. Charles, virtually in the center of the city’s $85...

Shopping

One Longest-Running Toy Store

Imagination Toys Still Delights Through Unique, Creative Products Plus Free Gift Wrapping Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Carol Green The Graceful Lens "A great toy is like a good book. It opens up an array of possibilities and lets the imagination soar," asserts Mark Johnson, founder of Marble Genius. From superhero birthday cake candles, family games, craft accessories, books and Lego kits to puppets, nature gadgets, action figures, outdoor fun items and musical toys...

Shopping

Giving Machine Generosity

Vending Machine Allows Donors To Send Items To People In Need Article by Julie Brown Patton Merry and Bright, Make Holiday Giving Unforgettable: From Dec. 6-18, St. Louis community residents and supporters can tap into a vending machine at West County Center that allow users to donate items such as medicine, clothing, baby supplies, text books, eye exams and livestock for people in need.​  This charity 'Light the World Giving Machine' vending device, located on the center's second floor...

Entertainment

Festive Family Fun

Family-Friendly Activities For The Holiday Season In St. Louis Article by Tia Tricamo Looking for ways to celebrate the holidays with loved ones? St. Louis has the perfect holiday activities for every family. Throughout November and December, the Polar Express train ride at St. Louis Union Station transports guests into the world of the beloved holiday classic, with singing, dancing, cookies and, of course, hot chocolate. The St. Charles Christmas Traditions festival combines fairytale...