Mount Pleasant Magazine Nov/Dec 2016

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I n the Lowcountry, we Like to
maintain an active lifestyle. From walking
the Ravenel Bridge to kayaking in one of the
many local waterways, we revel in being out-
doors while staying fit. In 2017, just as folks
start to make those lofty New Year’s resolu-
tions, a Health and Wellness Expo that’s sure
to inform, entertain and inspire will take center stage. On
Jan. 9 and 10, from 10 a.m. to 7
p.m., The Charleston Convention
Center will be teeming with industry professionals ready
to share workout secrets, fitness regimes,
health info and the latest dietary trends.
The man behind the Expo is Cooper
River Bridge Run Director Julian Smith.
A former marathoner and a cancer
survivor, he anticipates this event will
attract health enthusiasts from all over
the region.
“The Charleston Health and Well-
ness Expo is a local event that should
draw folks from the tri-county,” said
Smith. “Local business and corporate
participants should draw a large crowd. I
am expecting 3,000 the first year.”
From what supplements you should
incorporate into your diet to what protein-packed meals
should dominate your kitchen this winter, this Expo is sure
to provide a wealth of knowledge.
“There will be health screenings, flu shots and experts
in the medical field,” said Smith. “Doctors and health care
professionals will be on-site to answer health-related ques-
tions. It is a way to start your year out by finding the latest
in health and wellness.”
Get expert advice from local dietitians regarding meal
prep, vitamins and just what habits should be part of
your daily routine. Unwind with a session provided by
a licensed massage therapist or uncover the benefits of
antioxidant-rich goji berries.
“I started running as an enjoyment to clear my head
and have a healthy heart,” said Smith, who has completed
The Cooper River Bridge Run an impressive 10 times and
continues to maintain a healthy diet. “Mostly ran 5k and
10k races.”
Smith has often held similar Health and Wellness Expos
in conjunction with marathons he has directed locally
and in Asheville. He anticipates this upcoming event to
be quite a success. Wanting to show all that reaching the
quality of life they desire is an attainable
goal, he is offering the two-day event
absolutely free.
“The goal of this event is to connect
with and serve the Charleston com-
munity to promote health and well-
ness by providing information about
the services that are available to assist
citizens in their daily lives,” commented
Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg.
In addition to reaping the benefits
of free health food samples, you’ll take
home helpful cooking tips and maybe
even a referral for your next physician.
From stress-relieving essential oils to
super foods sure to give you that extra push, what you
encounter at The Charleston Health and Wellness Expo
could transform your daily routine.
Whether you want to cross the finish line at the next lo-
cal marathon or simply explore the many options that exist
in the health world, a visit to The Charleston Health and
Wellness Expo is a must. Keep those New Year’s resolutions
in check and make a promise to live your best life. Cheers
to green smoothies and protein pancakes!
For more information, visit
The CharlesTon healTh
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KeepYourWell-Being
aTop Priority
By Kalene Mccort
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