Health + Wellness

Are You Applying The Overload Principle?

At HouseFit we have the privilege of helping older adults regain and maintain their independence through the use of exercise. We find our approach to be more effective than typical senior exercise classes. How do you know if your exercise routine is good enough to help you reach your goals?One way to ensure you’re getting the most out of your exercise routine is to make sure you’re applying the Overload Principle in your workouts.The Overload Principle is defined as doing more than you are...

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Wimzy Walls

'This Ain’t Your Grandma’s Wallpaper' Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson | Photography by Jenna Whitmore “This ain’t your grandma’s wallpaper.” Though the Chinese are said to have invented wallpaper by pasting rice papers to walls as far back as the Qin dynasty, most of us are more likely to think of the little ducks or flowered patterns on our grandmothers’ bathroom and kitchen walls. This isn’t that. Veronica Schwab and her husband started their custom vinyl wrap company, Cool Touch...

Arts + Culture

Ultra-Personal, Bicycle-Themed Lifestyle Destination

Le Vélo Inn: Welcome To A New, Quaint And Thoughtfully Curated Boutique Hotel Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Le Vélo Inn Given that Susanne and Bill Owens restored a historic 1871 building into a boutique hotel just two blocks from the bicycle-inspired Katy Trail, and given that the French word vélo translates to "bicycle" or "bike" in English, it stands to reason that they christened the new destination spot as Le Vélo Inn.  The imaginative bike hotel in...

Arts + Culture

Nothing Says Love Like Chocolate

How A Heart-Shaped Box Of Chocolate Became Ultimate Sign Of Love On Valentine’s Day Article and Photography by Stacey Collins-Dixson Chocolate. The very word elicits a sense of euphoria. The smooth, rich creaminess of the perennially-favorite confection continues to capture hearts and taste buds every Valentine’s Day. But why does chocolate have the hold that it does? The answer is more nuanced than simply “it tastes good,” otherwise, people would delight each other with heart-shaped boxes of...

Arts + Culture

Be Mine

Advice Editorial: Proposal Location Inspiration Article and Photography by Mel Boban If 2025 is the year to start forever plans with your partner, a unique location at which to ask the big question may be in order. You might have a special spot already that symbolizes a pivotal moment in your relationship. But if nothing comes to mind or you’re looking for a stunning location for photos, there are plenty of breathtaking backdrops in St. Louis. If being out in the open isn't your favorite idea...

Entertainment

Support Big Dreams

GOOD THINGS COME TO THOSE WHO SHOP LOCAL Article by Chelsea Haynes 7 Different Ways To Love Local Businesses Across The City Whip It Goods Co. | An accessible luxury for every skin type. 1304 Washington Ave., St. Louis |  WhipItGoods.co Bijoux Chocolates | Decadent, handcrafted, gourmet chocolate. 7930 Big Bend Blvd., Webster Groves |  BijouxChocolates.com  RFC Co.  | A lifestyle and business center for co-working, content creation and everything in between. | 4220 Gannett...

Arts + Culture

Joy On Canvas

Meet An Artist With Love For Creating Colorful, Eye-Catching Artwork Article by Julie Brown Patton After a decade-long career in business and finance, Jessica Hitchcock decided to jump full time into her previously part-time career of art. Now, since 2019, she's excelled in creating artwork that inspires clients and their spaces, while also helping other artists create sustainable art businesses of their own. "There’s something special about working with designers and collectors to bring...

Entertainment

'REO Speedwagon Is Over' -- NOT!

REO's Original Singer, Local Drummer And Bandmates Released 'REO Classics Red Vinyl Album,' Plus 2025 Touring Article by Julie Brown Patton Still ridin' the storm out. When REO Speedwagon band members announced they will not tour in 2025, the band's original lead singer from 1968-1972, Terry Lutrell, took up the banner and announced he'd keep the legacy alive via touring as the REO Classics Band. The new initiative features Terry with Michael Mesey, longtime drummer for rock and roll pioneer...

Health + Wellness

Healthy Aging Insights: Body Composition

As we age, our bodies undergo various changes that can affect our health and quality of life. One of the most significant yet often overlooked factors in aging is body composition -the proportion of fat, muscle, bone, and other tissues in the body. For older adults, understanding and managing body composition is vital for maintaining mobility, strength, and overall health. Body composition refers to the relative amounts of fat and lean mass (muscles, bones, organs, and tissues) that make up...

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...