Zumba is a Latin-style dance/fitness workout. It's one of the current workout crazes, and it looks like it could be a fun thing to try.
You can try Zumba for free at the Huntsville High School Old Gym on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 - 6:30 PM.
For more information on Zumba, check out their website here: www.zumba.com.
Classes run through July 1, so dance your way over before it's too late!
This event is held by the City of Huntsville, so if you need more info, you can contact Kim Barnes at kbarnes@huntsvilletx.gov.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Something to do any time: Geocaching!
If you're looking for a way to get a little physical activity, one thing you can do is geocache. Geocaching is "a real-world outdoor treasure hunting game." This is an activity that does not cost anything. All you need to do is find out where a cache is located and start searching for it! You can do this by searching on www.geocaching.com or by installing an application on your smartphone.
There are several geocaches to be found in Huntsville. Just type the zip code into the search box on the geocaching website and it will list all of the caches in the area. The search results page will give you everything you need to know about the cache: description, difficulty/terrain, when it was placed, and when it was last found. Most importantly, it gives you the GPS coordinates, which tell you where to locate the cache. Just type the coordinates into your GPS device or into maps.google.com. If you have a smartphone, you can download apps that will allow you to search for caches. I have a BlackBerry Torch and used the app "Geocache Navigator." It worked pretty well. If you do not want to pay for an app, just get the coordinates from geocaching.com and then put them into a map program on your phone or into your GPS.
If none of this is making sense, or if you just want to read more about it, go here for a helpful brochure/guide made by the people of geocaching.com!
If you would like to start out easy, go to geocaching.com, search for caches in zip code 77340, then choose "Forgotten Lovers." It is located in the cemetery on Montgomery Road. There is also a cache in Gibbs Park:
If you take something, try to leave something! Also, try to leave something cool! These caches in Huntsville have a lot of junk in them! Haha. Happy geocaching!
There are several geocaches to be found in Huntsville. Just type the zip code into the search box on the geocaching website and it will list all of the caches in the area. The search results page will give you everything you need to know about the cache: description, difficulty/terrain, when it was placed, and when it was last found. Most importantly, it gives you the GPS coordinates, which tell you where to locate the cache. Just type the coordinates into your GPS device or into maps.google.com. If you have a smartphone, you can download apps that will allow you to search for caches. I have a BlackBerry Torch and used the app "Geocache Navigator." It worked pretty well. If you do not want to pay for an app, just get the coordinates from geocaching.com and then put them into a map program on your phone or into your GPS.
If none of this is making sense, or if you just want to read more about it, go here for a helpful brochure/guide made by the people of geocaching.com!
If you would like to start out easy, go to geocaching.com, search for caches in zip code 77340, then choose "Forgotten Lovers." It is located in the cemetery on Montgomery Road. There is also a cache in Gibbs Park:
If you take something, try to leave something! Also, try to leave something cool! These caches in Huntsville have a lot of junk in them! Haha. Happy geocaching!
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Product: S2H Replay
The S2H Replay is a band that goes on your wrist that tracks your physical activity. You simply put it on, engage in activity, and rack up points. Once you accumulate enough points, you can redeem them for rewards. Some of the rewards include: Gift cards from places like Target and GameStop, music downloads, DVDs, and even Facebook credits.
The S2H Replay only costs $19.99, and they offer replacement bands for $2.99. They have 8 colors to choose from, and the bands come in 3 sizes. Find your size here.
I haven't tried this yet, but I plan to order one in the near future, and I will be sure to give you guys an update!
Check out their website at www.s2h.com. If you end up purchasing one, let us know if you liked it or not! And as always, if you have any fitness-related product reviews or any non-mainstream sporting events you would like for us to cover, email us at info@heyhuntsvilletx.com and we will post your info in our blog!
Photo of the black version (from their website):
The S2H Replay only costs $19.99, and they offer replacement bands for $2.99. They have 8 colors to choose from, and the bands come in 3 sizes. Find your size here.
I haven't tried this yet, but I plan to order one in the near future, and I will be sure to give you guys an update!
Check out their website at www.s2h.com. If you end up purchasing one, let us know if you liked it or not! And as always, if you have any fitness-related product reviews or any non-mainstream sporting events you would like for us to cover, email us at info@heyhuntsvilletx.com and we will post your info in our blog!
Photo of the black version (from their website):
Monday, May 2, 2011
SHSU Lady Bearkats NCAA Bowling Shirts on Sale Now!
Hey, bowling fans. If you haven't been paying attention to the lovely ladies of SHSU's Lady Bearkats bowling team, then you don't know that they recently went to Nationals. Shame on you!
The Bearkats finished their inaugural season a couple weeks ago, earning the recognition as the only first year program in NCAA history to advance to the national championship.
The Ladies are selling a limited number of SHSU Lady Bearkat NCAA Finalist shirts for $20 each with free delivery.
If you would like a piece of wearable Lady Bearkat history, you can make checks payable to SHSU Bowling and mail to this address:
SHSU Bowling
Attn: Brad Hagen
620 Bowers Blvd Box 2268
Huntsville, TX 77341
Additionally, you can contact Coach Hagen at this email address: bkh003@shsu.edu
Go Bearkats!
The Bearkats finished their inaugural season a couple weeks ago, earning the recognition as the only first year program in NCAA history to advance to the national championship.
The Ladies are selling a limited number of SHSU Lady Bearkat NCAA Finalist shirts for $20 each with free delivery.
If you would like a piece of wearable Lady Bearkat history, you can make checks payable to SHSU Bowling and mail to this address:
SHSU Bowling
Attn: Brad Hagen
620 Bowers Blvd Box 2268
Huntsville, TX 77341
Additionally, you can contact Coach Hagen at this email address: bkh003@shsu.edu
Go Bearkats!
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