This Winston-Salem Strollway totally steals the view. | Photo by WStoday
An 80-year-old recently became the oldest woman to cross the finish line at the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii. Natalie Grabow completed the 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile cycle, and 26.2-mile run in just under 17 hours.
That got us thinking, how would you complete an Ironman in the Twin City?
Swim | Start with laps at one of the YMCA’s indoor pools, preferably William G. White, Jr. Family in the West End, which is closer to the rest of your journey. The health and wellness facility opens as early as 5 a.m., so you can get a head start to set your pace.
Bike | About 15 rounds of The Reynolds Park Loop will bring you to about ~112 miles. You’ll start in Old Salem through the Sprague neighborhood, onto Salem Lake Road.
Run | From Salem Lake, access the greenway using the Long Branch trail map and take in the scenery as you run through different neighborhoods and end downtown. Expect to be running on smooth concrete or wooden boardwalk with edge railings during the 20-mile loop.
How about a grab-and-go lunch with your favorite latte? ByGood Coffee is partnering with Sowell Market & Juice Co., bringing to-go lunches to the local cafe on Brookstown Avenue. That sweet chili chicken wrap is calling our name. Gluten-free and vegan options are available.
Try This
Your dream of becoming a master pizza chef isn’t too far off. Take a pizza-making class at the award-winning Mission Pizza Napoletana on Sunday, Nov. 2, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. You’ll learn new tricks and techniques to have the perfect rise of crust with a taste that’ll linger long after the slice is gone. Tickets cost $155 to attend the class.
Announced
It’s got wings, feathers, and a colorful chatterbox. Say hello to Kaleideum’s new mascot — Huey the Macaw, the first-ever mascot of Kaleideum. Huey came in soaring with the most votes and is now the iconic face of the experiential museum.
Weather
Get your umbrella ready. Meteorologists predict scattered showers throughout the week. Temperatures will stay in the low to mid-40s with chances of increasing into the lower 50s, but a rainy week in the Triad will not stop Winstonians from trying out these indoor activities. (FOX8 WGHP)
Learn
We may have missed National First Responder Day yesterday, but it’s never too late to say thank you to those who place their lives on the line each day for our safety. Editor Kellina got to ride along with the fire and police teams to see them in action — here’s what she uncovered.
Biz
A new manufacturing company is settling in Kernersville and celebrated the grand opening of its 103,000 sqft facility on Piedmont Commerce Drive. Duro-Last makes custom-fabricated single-ply roofing systems and plans on distributing its products in the Southeast region. Check out current openings at the Kernersville facility.
Seasonal
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Seasonal
You’ve made your list and checked it twice — now it’s time for a holiday adventure. The best way to celebrate the season in Virginia’s Blue Ridge? Explore dazzling lights, charming small towns, local markets, and can’t-miss events. Here’s what’s in store.*
Health
From tingling arms to radiating leg pain, back issues show up in many ways. Novant Health providers work together to find the cause and the right plan. Most patients start with pain management or physical therapy before surgery is considered. Same-day or next day appointments make care easier than ever.*
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$0. That’s how much 94% of patients pay to see a licensed dietitian with Nourish. Find a dietitian covered by insurance and build a personalized nutrition plan.*
Stop by Kaleideum to see the new Walk Your Own Path sidewalk mural made to bring awareness about accessibility in the Twin City. There’ll be a ribbon-cutting and artist reception today, Oct. 29, at Liberty Plaza from 3 to 4 p.m.
A set of versatile mixing bowls that are on sale for a limited time. The bowls feature easy-to-open, air tight lids, making the transition from prep to storage a breeze. Use them for everything from kneading bread dough to mixing batter to putting together a salad for a potluck crowd.
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An Ironman challenge seems rather intimidating, but major respect to those brave souls who take on those challenges. You can find me pumping out reps at one of these local gyms around Winston-Salem.
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