Active Lehigh Valley
Second Thursday of every month, 6:00 - 6:30 PM
Active Lehigh Valley is a 30-minute monthly discussion that explores topics about physical health and getting active. Active Lehigh Valley is sponsored by St. Luke's University Health Network.
Listen every second Thursday from 6:00 to 6:30 PM following NPR’s All Things Considered.
Latest Stories
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Margaret McConnell welcomes four-time Olympian Joetta to talk about her athletic origins and her tips for staying on her game for so long. -
Mike Drabenstott sits down with Elliot Beadle, a Sports and Performance Dietitian Nutritionist from St. Luke's Health Network, to talk about nutrition for every activity level. -
Margaret McConnell talks with Robert Stiffler of the Trexler Nature Preserve and Amanda Shurr of the LV Zoo about the outdoor opportunities at the neighboring sites. -
Mike Drabenstott is joined by Bart Yasso, the "Mayor of Running," to talk about his new book exploring the best races and running routes around the world. -
Mike Drabenstott sits down with Sierra Fogal, President of Pocono Whitewater, to talk about the excitement and benefits of the activity, and the connection it can provide with nature. -
Margaret McConnell welcomes Daphne Ghirardi, VP of Aquatics at the River Crossing YMCA, to talk about the benefits and flexibility of swimming compared to other physical activities. -
Mike Drabenstott talks with Angela Jones of the U.S. Tennis Association about the organization's efforts to give everyone the physical and social benefits of the sport. -
Mike Drabenstott sits down with yoga instructor Claudia Simpson to talk about the mental and physical benefits of doing yoga, and how deep you can get into it. -
Mike Drabenstott talks with Mike Stagaard MS, CES of St. Luke's about why it's important to stay active into your 50s and beyond and how you can do so effectively. -
John Dodds welcomes Mark Csencsits, Head Teaching Professional at the Bethlehem Golf Club, to talk about the game that continues to draw in millions of newcomers annually.
