Health + Wellness

Ancient Roots, Modern Medicine Woman

Blending a Legacy of Holistic Wisdom with Modern Scientific Knowledge Article by Dr. Heather Hardin I recently discovered a fascinating piece of my family history: I come from a lineage of “medicine women.” My Great Grandmother was a renowned healer, drawing people from far and wide to seek her wisdom and natural remedies. Her worn, well-loved book of home remedies is one of my most cherished possessions. While my journey to becoming a naturopath began before I knew about my Great...

Fitness

Let's meet Samantha Howell

Your Club Pilates Regional Lead Instructor! Article by Samantha Howell | Photography by Tanya Consaul Photography & Club Pilates Excited to introduce Samantha Howell, your Club Pilates Regional Lead Instructor! 1. What brought you to Club Pilates and your passion for fitness and wellness? I’ve always had a deep passion for movement and wellness. I discovered Pilates during a period when I was looking for a way to improve my strength, flexibility, and mental clarity. Club Pilates stood out...

Life + Culture

Happy 3rd Anniversary, Gainesville City Lifestyle!

Article by Leza Mueller | Photography by Tanya Consaul Photography Celebrating three years of sharing the stories, businesses, and vibrant culture of Gainesville! It’s been an amazing journey connecting with the community, and here’s to many more years of inspiring and uplifting local voices. Thank you to all the contributors, readers, and businesses who make Gainesville City Lifestyle a staple in our city! Cheers to continued growth, stories, and success! ...

Beauty

“Do what brings you joy.” 

Article by Jennifer Cassidy, Owner Club Synergie | Photography by Greg Cassidy & Tyler Laborde Why did you open Club Synergie Natural Skin and Body Spa? I was in a bad car accident seven years before opening Club Synergie. I was looking for a gym to continue healing my neck and back pain and found strength training at Abstract Body Works. One of the owners there wanted to get the Synergie machine to work on cellulite. I became a Synergie tech because it lined up with my joy of helping women...