Kelsey Watts was never so happy to hear her husband telling her how to drive. It meant that he was alive and coherent enough to talk and know what was going on. He was giving Kelsey directions – make that “bossing” her. All Kelsey could do was give thanks, not complain about her bossy husband. “Thank the Lord, he’s talking,” was Kelsey’s only thought. That was the night … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Ensure You Don’t Break Those New Year’s Fitness Resolutions
While it may only be February, we pose to you this ever-important question: have you been staying on track as far as your 2018 fitness goals go? If you have been, keep it up. But if you haven't, then it's time to get back on the saddle and work even harder. In a recent post here on Abilenescene, we've provided key tips on how to keep your eyes on the fitness prize during … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Stay Healthy Over the Holiday
This time of year is always so busy. It’s cold and dark. Every possible excuse to avoid the gym has been turned up to eleven, and to top it off, you are surrounded by heaps holiday sweats and feasts. How do you keep from ruining your New Year’s Resolution before you even get to January? We have a few tips. They aren’t magic bullets, but they sure do help. Park far away at … [Read more...]
A New Year’s Investment Plan
It’s our first post of 2017! Let me tell you I am so excited to start another year with you. I’m looking forward to and planning on being smarter with my money, shopping small, saving and maybe even trying out some investing. This issue of Scene has a practical “Fake Your Way Through” article about the Stock Market, and it’s inspired me to learn everything I can. But these … [Read more...]
Strength in Action
By Lance Fleming Photography by Beth Dukes Bennie Wylie certainly has the look. From the top of his bald head, down to his Popeye-sized arms and on down to his legs that more closely resemble tree trunks, Wylie – working on finishing his second year as the director of performance at Action Zone in north Abilene – fits the mold of the ideal strength coach. To … [Read more...]