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An Active Understanding Dr. Matthew Marchal is an avid mountain biker, runs marathons, and can be seen volunteering at local duathlons.  He and his business partner, Dr. Brett Law, realize the training that people with an active lifestyle go through.	Kickball Fever Hits RVA There is the smell of freshly cut grass in the air as I walk towards the  fields located behind Byrd Middle School on Thursday April 8th.	Brothers On Wheels Over twenty years ago, Phi Kappa Phi fraternity member Bruce Rogers inspired his frat brothers by cycling cross-country to raise support for a nonprofit organization called Push America.
Volley Deluxe This January, the Richmond Volleyball Club celebrated the opening of its brand-new state-of-the-art facility at the former Brown Distributing warehouse/office building located on Byrdhill Road. This allowed the RVC to move from its much smaller locations to a one location consisting  of 73,000-square foot and 12 volleyball courts.	Head Games Ask a room full of athletes -- from elite super-heroes to the average Joe -- the secret to top sport performance and you’ll get a barrage of different answers.  Listen closely, however, and you’re likely to hear one common theme:  Ramp up your mental game.	SportsQuest SportsQuest is a sports and family activity “campus” is a local fitness facility in the making that seeks to meet the demands of the region's growing athletic community.

Open to Everyone Thanks to the success of so many outdoor events, festivals, and races, Richmond has become well-known for its active lifestyle. And while that’s great for residents and visitors, it means resources have to be continually improved to keep pace with the needs of people looking for recreation facilities. Forest Hill Park has been a regional destination since its dedication as a park in the mid-1900s. Today, the park boasts a great mix of human and natural history, cultural attractions, and adventure recreation along the ancestral banks of Reedy Creek...	Training Table Smart Fuel for Before & After Your Workout You train hard day after day, and you likely put a good deal of planning into your training program, but did you know that what you eat before and after your workout can play a huge role in how effective your exercise will be and how you perform in competition?  In order to get the most out of your workout, you’ll not only need to think about pace, form, miles and time, but also the foods you put into your body before and afterwards. Carbohydrates are your body’s main source of energy, so you’ll...
River Whirl [Part 2] Dominion Riverrock Returns: In its second year, the Dominion Riverrock event is bigger than before, with more music, spectator sports and exhibits. This year, Sports Backers and Venture Richmond are teaming up to bring the community a unique mix of sports, music and fun, set against the backdrop of Richmond’s downtown riverfront. It all starts on Friday with live music...a Mud Run...and an acrob...	Get Back in Action...The Smart Way During a tough winter like the one Richmond had this past year, lots of folks likely weren’t able to keep up the activity levels that they enjoyed in the warmer months.   It’s a seasonal fact that many people decrease their amount of fitness during the chilly winter months. Now that the sun is shining and there are outdoor events galore, athletes are getting active again. Kim Link has a doctorate of physic...
3Sports Moves to River Road Shopping Center On April 20, 2010, 3Sports, the running, cycling and triathlon outfitter and service provider, opened a new store at the River Road Shopping Center. As the number of Richmond area athletes and local competitions has grown exponentially, owners Jennifer and Ben Johnson say they simply needed more space to expand their product lines and service offerings. “We have always been service oriente...	River Whirl [Part 3] The 2nd annual Anthem Stride Through Time is coming up on June 5. This event showcases Richmond’s abundance of historic sites during a 10k walk through the city. You know how it is. When you live in or near a city that tourists flock to, most of the attractions are ones you have probably not even been to. We are often more likely to feel we have to travel to see interesting places. Well, now’s your chance to ...