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Few things are guaranteed in life, but there is one thing that you can count on for sure: as time goes on, your body is going to age. While most men in their late teens through their twenties might feel invincible, it's only a matter of time before age starts to play a role in everyday life. Injuries take longer to recover from, hangovers take longer to dissipate, aches and pains become a normal part of life, and intimate time with your partner can be compromised. If you have experienced any of the symptoms above, don't worry - it's completely normal to slow down as you get older.

The question is, what are you going to do about the aging process? For years, men were told to just "live with it". The time to fight back is here, and there has never been a better opportunity to live your best life than now. Nobody understands the effects that aging can have on men but our team of professionals at Better Life do. That is why we invest all of our time developing innovative, effective men's health solutions: to give men a chance to change their future and live like they did while they were in their prime. If you're ready to take a stand against ED and live a more energetic, youthful life, know that you're not alone. At Better Life Carolinas, we are here to help by providing the most scientifically advanced treatments on the market today.

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GAINSWave® Treatment In Marvin, NC

When it comes to men's health, the topic of sex can still feel taboo, especially when there are performance issues involved. At Better Life Carolinas, we have heard just about every story you can imagine regarding erectile dysfunction or ED. So if you're embarrassed and angry about your performance in the bedroom, we understand how you're feeling. In the past, men had to take strange drugs or sign off on expensive surgeries to help correct their ED, adding to their feelings of shame and hopelessness.

The good news? If you're a man dealing with ED, you don't have to settle for antiquated treatments like those referenced above. There's a new product on the block: a revolutionary, non-invasive treatment that is the first of it's kind. It's called GAINSWave®, and you can bet your bottom dollar that it isn't like anything else you have tried before.

Unlike most ED treatments, this unique approach does not require drugs or surgery. Instead, it relies on high-frequency acoustic waves to open the penis's existing blood vessels, encouraging the growth of new blood vessels while eliminating micro-plaque. To put it simply, GAINSWave® increases blood flow and gives you a chance to reclaim your libido and live life like a man in his prime.

GAINSWave® isn't a sketchy, quick-fix pill found behind the glass at a gas station. It is a comprehensive erectile dysfunction treatment with an incredible 76% success rate. With virtually no side effects, it's no wonder that men throughout the Carolinas and across the United States trust GAINSWave® to solve their ED and Peyronie's disease problems.

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How GAINSWave® Works

It might sound like GAINSWave® is too good to be true, but the fact is this kind of erectile dysfunction treatment in Marvin, NC uses scientifically-backed, time-tested technologies and applications to improve male sexual performance. Technically referred to as Low-Intensity Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (LI-ESWT), our GAINSWave® procedure goes right to the crux of the issue. Low-intensity sound waves break up plaque formation in your penis while stimulating new blood vessel growth. These new blood vessels help get more blood to your penis, ultimately improving your ability to perform. This incredible treatment not only increases blood flow - it also causes new nerve tissues to grow, making your penis more sensitive and easily stimulated.

It all happens through a process called neurogenesis, which increases penis sensitivity. What sets GAINSWave® apart from others is the use of low-intensity sound waves to achieve increased blood flow and sensitivity. Because this procedure is completely non-invasive, you won't ever have to worry about expensive insurance claims or unsightly scarring. All you have to worry about is enjoying life like you used to, without having to undergo surgery or putting harmful substances in your body.

Here are some quick facts about Better Life Carolinas GAINSWave® treatments:

  • For most men, you can expect to have between 6 and 12 GAINSWave® sessions
  • Sessions typically take 15 to 20 minutes.
  • GAINSWave® works by releasing growth factors in your penis tissue, which generates new blood vessels.
  • GAINSWave® promotes healthy blood flow by breaking up plaque formation, giving men harder, stronger erections for longer periods of time.
  • GAINSWave® also activates dormant stem cells, which leads to new cell growth in men.

Hidden Risks of Prescription Erectile Dysfunction Treatment

If you have ever wondered why GAINSWave® treatments are so popular with men, the answer is simple. Prescription drugs meant to help ED often come with side effects that can diminish your peace of mind and day-to-day life. While some men swear by the "little blue pill," many guys aren't aware of the hidden risks associated with drugs like Viagra. The following ailments can happen both in the short term and long term:

  • Back Pain
  • Muscle Pain
  • Headaches
  • Vision Loss
  • Rashes
  • Respiratory Issues
  • Hearing Loss
  • Dizziness
  • Upset Stomach
  • Ringing in Ears
  • Fever
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If you are having problems with erectile dysfunction, you should understand why it's happening. The primary cause of ED is associated with a lack of blood flow to the penis, making erections difficult to get and maintain. Rather than relying on a prescription pill for a quick fix, many men are using GAINSWave® treatment in Marvin, NC for a natural solution with no ill side effects. ED doesn't have to be your "new normal," and neither does suffering from strange side effects from popping too many "little blue pills."

GAINSWave®, COVID-19, and ED

The global COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound effect on the world. Over the last year, millions of Americans have had to change their lifestyles and alter daily routines to better protect themselves and their loved ones from the virus. While COVID-19 causes a litany of negative side effects, new research shows that men who contract the virus can triple their risk of developing erectile dysfunction. Because the human body is unfamiliar with this kind of virus, it responds by sending a large immune response. During this process, the body uses massive amounts of chemicals to eliminate the virus, causing horrible collateral damage in the form of cell destruction and inflammation.

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Contracting COVID-19 and suffering from ED at the same time might sound like a death sentence. However, if you are a man experiencing ED during or after contracting the COVID-19 virus, don't lose hope.

Clinical trials have shown that shockwave therapy, better known as GAINSWave®, has been shown to lower inflammation and boost vascularity by creating angiogenesis and improving endothelial function. Simply put, GAINSWave® treatments can help reverse symptoms of ED brought on by COVID-19. To learn more about how GAINSWave® can help you get back to a normal sex life after developing COVID-19, we recommend contacting our office today.

GAINSWave®: A Natural, Non-Invasive Treatment for Peyronie's Disease

Though Peyronie's Disease affects about 9% of men, it is a little-known disease that can cause physical and aesthetic issues. It is characterized by fibrous scar tissue, which forms underneath the surface of a man's penis. When this disease is left untreated or treated improperly, it can be very difficult for men to have a normal erection. This is because Peyronie's Disease can cause painful curvatures in the penis, making it nearly impossible for afflicted men to have sexual intercourse at all.

The cause of Peyronie's Disease is currently unknown. However, most cases stem from physical trauma like acute injuries after vigorous sex. Other causes include prostate surgery, autoimmune disorders, and family history. Unfortunately, traditional treatment options range from a "wait and see" approach to prescription drugs and even surgery.

Symptoms and signs of Peyronie's Disease include:

  • Erectile Dysfunction: Men with this disease may have problems achieving or maintaining erections.
  • Misshapen Penis: Some men with this disease suffer from a narrowing of the penis when erect, resembling an hourglass shape.
  • Notable Bend in Penis: One of the most common symptoms of Peyronie's Disease includes significant penis curvature, which is defined by a severe and unnatural bend.
  • Scar Tissue: A common symptom of this disease is bands of tissue or hard lumps underneath the skin of the penis.
  • Shortened Penis: Some men with this disease have reported a reduction in penis length.
  • Pain in Penis: Peyronie's has the potential to cause pain in a man's penis, regardless of whether he has an erection or not.
GainsWave Treatment Marvin, NC

Fortunately, for men who are looking for a non-invasive, natural erectile dysfunction treatment in Marvin, NC GAINSWave® is the answer. Using low-strength soundwaves or shockwaves, GAINSWave® treatment in Marvin breaks down scar tissue affecting your penis, helps create new blood vessels, and opens up existing ones. As a result, blood flow is increased, which minimizes penis curvature and fixes the problems associated with erectile dysfunction.

P-Shot® Erectile Dysfunction Treatment in Marvin, NC

Most guys will tell you that their penis is the most important part of their body. While that is not totally true from a physiological perspective, we get where they're coming from - after all, a man's penis plays a big role in his personal life and overall wellbeing. When a man has problems achieving and maintaining an erection, his quality of life can suffer dramatically, resulting in lower self-esteem and even depression. If you are a man and suffering from ED or Peyronie's Disease, you can rest easy knowing help is only a phone call away.

 Shockwave Therapy Marvin, NC

In addition to GAINSWave® treatments, Better Life Carolinas also offers the Priapus Shot or P-Shot® for short. Originally used to treat wounds and sports injuries, our P-Shot® is an all-natural treatment that fortifies your body through cellular repair and rejuvenation. P-Shot® treatments have shown very promising results for men who have suffered from prostate cancer, enlarged prostates, the side effects of surgery, drug side effects from prescription pain killers, and even diabetes.

You might be asking yourself, "How does the P-Shot® work?"

This ED solution works by using platelet-rich plasma or PRP from your own body. The proteins and growth factors released by the large number of platelets activate your stem cells, which begins cellular regeneration and repair wherever the PRP are used in your body. Tissue repair in your penis is further aided by the formation of new blood vessels and collagen production.

In many cases, men who use the P-Shot® to correct erectile dysfunction or the effects of Peyronie's Disease can resume sexual activity a few hours after the treatment is applied.

Benefits of Better Life Carolinas' P-Shot® include:

  • Increased blood flow to the penis
  • Improved stamina during sexual activities
  • Improvement and possible resolution of penile curvature issues caused by Peyronie's Disease
  • Increased penis sensitivity
  • Improvements to penis girth and length

For more information about the Priapus Shot or to find out if this treatment is right for you, schedule your free consultation today.

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Firefighters reveal cause of Christmas night fire that destroyed Union County home

The fire happened around 7 p.m. at a home near the Firethorne Country Club in Marvin.UNION COUNTY, N.C. — An issue with a surge protector is believed to be the cause of a fire that destroyed a Union County home on Christmas night, officials said.Multiple crews responded to a fire on Pacer Lane in Marvin, near the Firethorne Country Club, a little before 7 p.m. Monday. Video sent to WCNC Charlotte showed flames and smoke coming from the house while firefighters worked to get the fire under control....

The fire happened around 7 p.m. at a home near the Firethorne Country Club in Marvin.

UNION COUNTY, N.C. — An issue with a surge protector is believed to be the cause of a fire that destroyed a Union County home on Christmas night, officials said.

Multiple crews responded to a fire on Pacer Lane in Marvin, near the Firethorne Country Club, a little before 7 p.m. Monday. Video sent to WCNC Charlotte showed flames and smoke coming from the house while firefighters worked to get the fire under control.

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The owners were not home at the time. Firefighters told WCNC Charlotte they believe a spark from a surge protector started the fire. It remains under investigation. No one was hurt during the incident.

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NC Superintendent of the Year: Marvin Connelly, Jr with Cumberland County Schools

CUMBERLAND COUNTY, N.C. (WTVD) -- Cumberland County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Marvin Connelly, Jr. was honored Tuesday night as the A. Craig Phillips 2024 North Carolina Superintendent of the Year.Representing the Sandhills region, Dr. Connelly was selected from a group of eight esteemed regional nominees. The win spotlights his transformative leadership, particularly in spearheading the 'Cumberland Commitment: Strategic Plan...

CUMBERLAND COUNTY, N.C. (WTVD) -- Cumberland County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Marvin Connelly, Jr. was honored Tuesday night as the A. Craig Phillips 2024 North Carolina Superintendent of the Year.

Representing the Sandhills region, Dr. Connelly was selected from a group of eight esteemed regional nominees. The win spotlights his transformative leadership, particularly in spearheading the 'Cumberland Commitment: Strategic Plan,' which has brought remarkable progress and innovation to CCS, the fifth-largest school district in North Carolina, the district said in a news release.

"I am deeply honored and humbled by this recognition, which is a testament to the unwavering dedication of the entire Cumberland County Schools family," he said. "This award reflects our collective commitment to the success of every student. I am immensely proud of our achievements and look forward to continuing our journey toward educational excellence for all."

According to a news release, the school district has achieved a series of state and national recognitions, including the 2021 and 2022 National Magna Awards for equity efforts, the North Carolina State Superintendent's Purple Star District Award for three consecutive years for military-friendly practices, under Dr. Connelly's leadership.

Dr. Connelly, who is a former officer in the US Army, has served more than 30 years in public education which includes being a middle school and high school principal and a high school assistant principal.

"In Cumberland County Schools, we've embarked on a transformative journey, driven by the firm conviction that every child deserves a world-class education, regardless of their background or zip code," Dr. Connelly remarked. "Confronting deep-rooted inequities, we have transformed numerous schools from low-performing to thriving learning environments. The 'Cumberland Commitment: Strategic Plan' has been our guiding light, focusing on producing successful students, recruiting and retaining premier professionals, providing an exceptional learning environment, and collaborating with committed community partners."

The ceremony was held at the Koury Convention Center in Greensboro.

The prestigious award, presented by the North Carolina Association of School Administrators (NCASA), in collaboration with the North Carolina School Superintendents' Association (NCSSA) and the North Carolina School Boards Association (NCSBA), and sponsored by Scholastic Education, recognizes exceptional leadership in K-12 public schools.

Section of New Town Road in Union County to close for work

MARVIN – N.C. Department of Transportation contract crews will close New Town Road at Marvin Road next week, weather permitting.The intersection is scheduled to close Monday, July 17, so crews can install a sewer line under the road. The closure will be in place until Monday, July 24.A signed detour will be in place for drivers along New Town Road, U.S. 521, Ardrey Kell Road, Marvin Road, Joe Kerr Road and Marvin School Road.These activities are happening ahead of a separate closure to build a roundabout at the int...

MARVIN – N.C. Department of Transportation contract crews will close New Town Road at Marvin Road next week, weather permitting.

The intersection is scheduled to close Monday, July 17, so crews can install a sewer line under the road. The closure will be in place until Monday, July 24.

A signed detour will be in place for drivers along New Town Road, U.S. 521, Ardrey Kell Road, Marvin Road, Joe Kerr Road and Marvin School Road.

These activities are happening ahead of a separate closure to build a roundabout at the intersection, to be scheduled at a later date.

MONROE – A Few Good Men Inc. has selected former president Robert L. Heath as Citizen of The Year for 2023.

Over the past two years, Heath has chaired committees that led the installation of the Robert Williams Highway Marker on the corner of Boyte Street and U.S. 74 and the N.C. Civil Rights Trail Marker at the Monroe Country Club old pool site.

As president of the Winchester Alumni Association in 2015, he developed the fundraising campaign to install a buffalo statue in front of the old Winchester High School. The Winchester Alumni Association raised over $20,000 to fund the project.

The Monroe native graduated in 1962 from Winchester Avenue High School. He worked at several jobs in Newburgh, New York before attending college. Most of the time, he worked at West Point Military Academy.

He received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education with a minor in history in 1967 from Winston-Salem State University and a master’s degree in administration supervision in 1979 from Nova University, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.

Heath retired from the Miami-Dade Public School System in 1999 and returned to Union County. After taking a year off, he worked part-time for five years at the Department of Social Service Food Stamp Division.

Heath has received awards and accomplishments over his education career and public service: Teacher of the Year, Principal of the Year, United Way Paul Bell Award, IBM Excellence Award and Concern African American Women Award. He earned NAACP Humanitarian of the Year in 2019.

He has served as a member of Langford Chapel Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, serving as a trustee and co-founding the Langford Chapel CME Church Learning Center in 2001. He has also served as a member of the Union County NAACP.

He has also served on boards for Turning Point, Union County Head Start and the Union County Public School Foundation.

Heath has been married to Lillie C. Heath for 53 years. They have one son, Derrick Ingram Heath (Latanya F. Heath), and three grandchildren, Angel Monique Heath (deceased} Lauren Alexis Heath and Derrick Ingram Heath ll.

Long history of winners

Former recipients of Citizen of The Year are as follows: Frank McGee (2022), Joan Laverne White (2019), Nathan Hailey (2018), Hattie Gail Coffee (2017), Ernest Collins (2016), Rev.Waymon S. Jordan (2015), Diane Burns (2014), Minnie Crowder (2012), Rev. Larry Leak (2014), Frank Dreese (2013), Johnny Sowell (2012), James Mungo (2011), Jeanette Sherrod (2010), Louisiana Robinson (2009), Ralph Bolden (2007), Herman Cunningham (2008), Rosa Bell (2005), Oscar White (2006), Annie Jordan Allen (2004) and J.W. McDow (2003). Awards weren’t given in 2021 and 2020 due to COVID.

Want to celebrate?

A Few Good Men Inc. will hold its Citizen of the Year Banquet at 7 p.m. March 30 at The Old Armory Community Center. Tickets cost $35 or reserve table of six for $225. On the web: afewgoodmennc.org.

Lake Norman rallies to beat Marvin Ridge in Iredell County game of the week

Even when Lake Norman went down by three touchdowns to Marvin Ridge, Wildcats head coach Jonathan Oliphant wasn’t thinking the game was out of reach.Neither were Lake Norman’s players, who rallied in the second half to defeat the previously unbeaten Mavericks — No. 16 in The Observer’s Sweet 16 — 23-21 Friday night.Mozes Morris ran for a game- and season-best 126 rushing yards and quarterback Haines Robitzer threw for 149 yards and one score for Lake Norman, which is now off to its second 4-0 start...

Even when Lake Norman went down by three touchdowns to Marvin Ridge, Wildcats head coach Jonathan Oliphant wasn’t thinking the game was out of reach.

Neither were Lake Norman’s players, who rallied in the second half to defeat the previously unbeaten Mavericks — No. 16 in The Observer’s Sweet 16 — 23-21 Friday night.

Mozes Morris ran for a game- and season-best 126 rushing yards and quarterback Haines Robitzer threw for 149 yards and one score for Lake Norman, which is now off to its second 4-0 start in a row.

However, Friday’s win was the Wildcats’ biggest turnaround this season after Marvin Ridge bolted out to a 21-0 halftime lead behind three passing TDs from Mavericks quarterback Evan Medders.

“I tell these guys all the time, ‘You can see a lot of things on Hudl, but you can’t see heart,’ ” Oliphant said. “We found it at camp this summer. These guys love each other, and that’s something you can’t see on film. If we continue to work and love each other, we’ll play for a while.”

Medders had put Marvin Ridge (3-1) ahead with scoring passes of 24 yards to Cole Searight in the first quarter, and TD passes of 15 yards to Jake Schumacher and 20 yards to Mark Arthur in the second. Dawson Jones also went 3 for 3 on extra-point kicks.

But Lake Norman began its second-half turnaround on the opening play, recovering a Mavericks’ fumble. That set up a short drive that led to a 1-yard TD run by Trae Sechrest with 8 minutes, 40 seconds left in the third quarter.

The Wildcats’ defense then came through with a safety early in the fourth quarter to cut Marvin Ridge’s margin to 21-9. A fake punt then set up another Lake Norman score, a 35-yard TD pass from Robitzer to Antonio Griffiin with 3:35 left.

Now down 21-16, the Wildcats took advantage of a short Marvin Ridge punt to set up their game-winning drive, a 9-yard keeper by Robitzer with 1:32 left, followed by Michael Buck’s third extra point kick of the night, to put Lake Norman ahead 23-21.

The Mavericks had one last chance, driving to the Wildcats’ 14-yard line with seven seconds remaining to set up Jones’ 31-yard field-goal attempt. But Jones’ kick went wide right, setting off a celebration by Lake Norman’s players after running out the clock.

“They kept playing, and we got complacent,” Marvin Ridge head coach Aubrey Carter said. “Give them all the credit in the world — they had opportunities, and they made plays. They could’ve easily shut down at halftime, but they didn’t.

“We need to learn from what we did. We did some stuff well early, and we need to learn from what we didn’t do well in the second half to get better. But I know this team is going to rally around each other.”

Mozes Morris, Lake Norman: The 5-foot-10 sophomore back had his biggest game of the season at the right time for the Wildcats. Of his 14 carries, six went for 10 or more yards, including a 33-yard dash in the first half. He also had a key 21-yard pass completion to Tate Smith on the fake punt that set up Lake Norman’s second touchdown.

Haines Robitzar, Lake Norman: Another sophomore starter for the Wildcats, he completed 16 of 21 passes — with no interceptions, a key for Lake Norman — and the touchdown to Griffith.

Evan Medders, Marvin Ridge: The senior quarterback more than doubled his passing touchdowns this season, entering Friday’s game with only two. He went 15 of 25 with the three TDs.

▪ Carter, who is in his ninth season as Marvin Ridge’s head coach, spent 12 years as an assistant coach at Lake Norman before taking the Mavericks’ job in 2015. He was the Wildcats’ offensive coordinator from 2012-2014, and the defensive coordinator from 2010-2011.

▪ A surprising, and somewhat embarrassing moment occurred late in the fourth quarter when the sprinkler system on Lake Norman’s field suddenly turned on. However, it took just a minute to shut things down.

Marvin Ridge closes out its nonconference schedule with a rare Thursday night game against Myers Park in Charlotte. Meanwhile, Lake Norman has an off week before opening Greater Metro 4A conference play against A.L. Brown in Kannapolis on Sept. 22.

MARVIN RIDGE 7 14 0 0 — 21

LAKE NORMAN 0 0 7 16 — 23

MR — Cole Searight 24 pass from Evan Medders (Dawson Jones kick).

MR — Jake Schumacher 15 pass from Medders (Jones kick).

MR — Mark Arthur 20 pass from Medders (Jones kick).

LN — Trae Sechrest 1 run (Michael Buck kick).

LN Safety, MR Luke Wakefield tackled in end zone.

LN — Antonio Griffin 35 pass from Haines Robitzer (Buck kick).

LN — Robitzer 9 run (Buck kick).

This story was originally published September 8, 2023, 11:05 PM.

Hidden gems of Charlotte: Where to find and visit 3 secret parks and greenways

No matter the season in Charlotte, we’re at the park or on the greenways. Freedom Park, of course. Or Romare Bearden. Reedy Creek. McMullen or McAlpine. Whitewater Center.Yes, yes, we know about those places already, you’re probably thinking. If you’ve been in Charlotte for more than five minutes, you have been to these outdoor spots — and for good reason, they are staples here.But what about lesser-known outdoor spots around the Queen City, its hidden gems? We’ve got a few of those, too! Here are ...

No matter the season in Charlotte, we’re at the park or on the greenways. Freedom Park, of course. Or Romare Bearden. Reedy Creek. McMullen or McAlpine. Whitewater Center.

Yes, yes, we know about those places already, you’re probably thinking. If you’ve been in Charlotte for more than five minutes, you have been to these outdoor spots — and for good reason, they are staples here.

But what about lesser-known outdoor spots around the Queen City, its hidden gems? We’ve got a few of those, too! Here are three of our favorite parks and greenways that are off the beaten path:

Location: 4200 Redwood Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205

Howie Acres Neighborhood Park has three entrances, subtly tucked away on neighborhood streets. The biggest surprise, however, is when you get there by taking a walk through NoDa. Turn left at the Fitness Factory, walk past Sugar Creek station and under the bridge.

You’ll think you’re past the residential parts of your walk — and then you’ll find Bearwood Avenue a sweet surprise. The street, part of the historic Black neighborhood Howie Acres, is lined with cozy houses — including residents sitting on front porches waving hello as you walk by. At the end of the street is the park. Mosey through it — it’s not big, with winding sidewalks and playground equipment — and come out of it on Howie Circle.

Take the loop either way to stop at Eastway Drive — you’ll spy Roses and Bojangles across the street, and you might wonder how you got there so quickly from NoDa.

Magic, that’s how.

Location: Poplar and 9th Street, Charlotte NC 28202

Blink and you’ll miss the Secret Fountain in Fourth Ward — but it’s got a park sign and even has posted hours. It’ll take just a few steps to get from one side to the other. I’ve heard it called the smallest park in Charlotte — and I’d be shocked if that weren’t true.

The park even has a small fountain in the middle.

Enter at North Poplar Street, and then once you’re out the other side, you’ll be facing Alexander Michael’s — the perfect spot to sit down with a brew and some comfort food after all that walking through the park you just did!

Location: Park at 17820 Marvin Rd, Charlotte, NC 28277; greenway begins just across Patterson Road.

Here’s the real secret: Despite its name stating otherwise, Six Mile Creek Greenway is less than one mile long (.92 miles).

Because it’s so short, if you go at the right time you might get the whole trail to yourself. When I was training for my first marathon, I used to ride my bike to the trail and then run up and down as many times as it took to get my miles in. It’s beginner friendly — both flat and paved (with wooden bridges). It can get a little muddy if it’s been raining a lot, so keep that in mind.

And the one time I saw a copperhead out there, I realized how truly isolating it is without other people around — so make sure to bring a buddy. (For the record, the copperhead didn’t even blink as I sprinted past it to my bike at top speed that day!)

This story was originally published April 13, 2023, 5:00 AM.

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