Author Archives: David Lingholm
MI Big Green Gym: Bandemer Park
I found Bandemer Park by accident several years ago when I had time to kill between appointments in Ann Arbor. I was surprised to find a calm tract of green that runs underneath M-14 along the Huron River. I walked…
Balancing motherhood and career, a Twitter chat with TheLoop21
Is it possible for women to balance motherhood and career? Are women who chose career over family selfish, or is the opposite true? Do women have to put their careers on hold once children arrive? As part of their celebration…
MI Big Green Gym: William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor
The William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor is the first urban state park in Michigan, encompassing 31 acres of land along the Detroit River. Connected to the Detroit RiverWalk and the Dequindre Cut, it is a great place for…
If you seek a pleasant pie, look about you
Today (January 23) is one of the tastiest days of the year, National Pie Day. And the Michigan connection with National Pie Day is strong, with our state’s farmers contributing a great deal of the cherries, apples and blueberries necessary…
The pursuit of healthiness: A chat with MLive
By the end of January, most people have abandoned their well-intentioned New Year’s Resolutions. Maybe your goals were too lofty or maybe life just got in the way. Or maybe, you just needed to hear from someone who has struggled…
Gearing up for Shoe Year’s Day
My legs hurt a little this morning as I walked from my car to the office. The culprit? My new snowshoes. I’ve been an avid cross-country skier for most of my life, but living in Detroit doesn’t afford me the…
‘From victim to victor’: a fitness quest sparked by reading this blog
I enjoy hearing stories about your weight-loss success. A few of us at A Healthier Michigan have either personally struggled with or have a loved one who has struggled with obesity, so hearing about your victories feels a little like…
Where to find the perfect Christmas gifts in Detroit
One of the oft-heard knocks on the city of Detroit is the lack of retail shopping options, especially when Christmas rolls around. And it is true there are only two big-box retail stores that have a presence in the Motor…
Nutritionally speaking, sweet potatoes are pretty super
In the world of superfoods, the humble sweet potato is pretty super. It is packed with so many nutrients that some publications have declared this tuber one of the world’s healthiest foods. If that billing seems far-fetched, consider this: Sweet…
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