Author: Chad Putney

Getting out of town after a brutal Central New York winter is often top of mind for many of us. We’re ready to put away our snow shovels and indulge ourselves and our loved ones in the sun and sand. However, for many families, getting away during spring break can present insurmountable logistical challenges. It can be difficult for some parents to get time off during the school break, the cost of travel during peak times makes affordability a factor for others, and the crowds at popular destinations can be enough of a reason to stay home. Fortunately, we live…

As I sit down to write this article, gyms have been closed for weeks with no real end in sight. If we’re being honest with ourselves, and closely monitoring reopening plans, it would appear as if they will be one of the last amenities permitted to reopen. For many, the “Quarantine 15” is real and has us feeling a bit uncomfortable in our bodies as summer rapidly approaches. Millions of families have experienced job loss and a reduction in household income, which has forced them to cut discretionary spending. Even for families that are positioned to purchase home fitness equipment,…