Wellness

‘A good balance’: Charlotte Ballet dancer at home in both pointe and running shoes

‘A good balance’: Charlotte Ballet dancer at home in both pointe and running shoes

Running With Théoden is a special Observer interview series featuring runs with influential Charlotteans. This week: Dancer Remi Okamoto.

Updated February 10, 2026 at 7:23 AM

‘I’m glad I lost.’ How failing in politics led NC Realtor down a surprising path

‘I’m glad I lost.’ How failing in politics led NC Realtor down a surprising path

Updated February 2, 2026 at 5:13 PM

Ask Charlotte experts: What can be done if perimenopause symptoms affect intimacy?

Ask Charlotte experts: What can be done if perimenopause symptoms affect intimacy?

February 3, 2026 at 6:00 AM

‘WE can’t even get a seat!’ Bird Pizzeria owner talks viral spot’s future on run

‘WE can’t even get a seat!’ Bird Pizzeria owner talks viral spot’s future on run

Updated February 2, 2026 at 9:01 AM

We ran 2.96 miles with the host of Charlotte Hornets’ telecasts. Here’s how it went.

We ran 2.96 miles with the host of Charlotte Hornets’ telecasts. Here’s how it went.

Updated January 29, 2026 at 2:51 PM

The Hour-by-Hour Guide to Beating Holiday Stress

The Hour-by-Hour Guide to Beating Holiday Stress

Updated January 23, 2026 at 6:45 AM

We ran 3.51 miles with Charlotte Symphony’s resident conductor. Here’s how it went

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We ran 3.51 miles with Charlotte Symphony’s resident conductor. Here’s how it went

Updated January 20, 2026 at 10:12 AM

We ran 3.48 miles with the YMCA of Greater Charlotte’s CEO. Here’s how it went.

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We ran 3.48 miles with the YMCA of Greater Charlotte’s CEO. Here’s how it went.

Updated January 20, 2026 at 9:58 AM

The best gym deals in 2026

The best gym deals in 2026

Updated January 16, 2026 at 11:53 AM

Head spas are the latest trend shaping Charlotte’s wellness scene

Head spas are the latest trend shaping Charlotte’s wellness scene

January 16, 2026 at 6:00 AM

We scoured the January gym deals in Charlotte so you don’t have to: Here are the best

We scoured the January gym deals in Charlotte so you don’t have to: Here are the best

Updated January 8, 2026 at 9:33 AM

Treat yourself: These luxury wellness spaces can help boost your overall health

Treat yourself: These luxury wellness spaces can help boost your overall health

Updated January 2, 2026 at 10:33 AM

Ask Charlotte experts: What to do about weight gain in perimenopause?

Ask Charlotte experts: What to do about weight gain in perimenopause?

Updated January 2, 2026 at 9:45 AM

A look at luxury wellness in Charlotte NC

A look at luxury wellness in Charlotte NC

January 2, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Get fit in 2026: 6 ways to work on your health in Charlotte this year

Get fit in 2026: 6 ways to work on your health in Charlotte this year

January 2, 2026 at 11:34 AM

Long COVID patients in NC struggle to find care as clinics close their doors

Long COVID patients in NC struggle to find care as clinics close their doors

December 5, 2025 at 5:30 AM

7 things to know about Charlotte's fitness scene, including bougie biohacks and vintage machines

7 things to know about Charlotte's fitness scene, including bougie biohacks and vintage machines

December 1, 2025 at 10:06 AM

Charlotte loves vintage restaurants. But what about vintage gym machines?

Charlotte loves vintage restaurants. But what about vintage gym machines?

Updated November 24, 2025 at 8:30 AM

Video: Welcome to The Graveyard — it's not what you think

Video: Welcome to The Graveyard — it's not what you think

November 24, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Photos: Runners take to the streets for the Novant Health Charlotte Marathon

Photos: Runners take to the streets for the Novant Health Charlotte Marathon

November 15, 2025 at 2:00 PM

5 things for Black women to know about perimenopause — things I wish I knew, too

5 things for Black women to know about perimenopause — things I wish I knew, too

Updated November 14, 2025 at 3:25 PM

Legally blind man fell short in 1st marathon. He’ll seek redemption in Charlotte

Health & Family

Legally blind man fell short in 1st marathon. He’ll seek redemption in Charlotte

Updated November 14, 2025 at 9:54 AM

Your guide to navigating perimenopause in Charlotte: What to know.

Your guide to navigating perimenopause in Charlotte: What to know.

Updated November 11, 2025 at 3:39 PM

Where to get help for perimenopause around Charlotte: Local health practitioners

Where to get help for perimenopause around Charlotte: Local health practitioners

Updated November 10, 2025 at 8:27 AM

Ask Charlotte experts: What do you want to know about intimacy in perimenopause?

Ask Charlotte experts: What do you want to know about intimacy in perimenopause?

Updated November 10, 2025 at 8:26 AM