Lauren Hawkins

2 weeks ago | wbrz.com | Lauren Hawkins

ZACHARY - One of the only areas solely dedicated to water skiing in Louisiana is in Zachary. Bennett's Boat and Ski offers lessons to those interested in the sport. Whether you're just a beginner or training to go pro, coaches at Bennett's are well-equipped with experience and knowledge to instruct the skiers. Not only can people go to learn the sport, there is an option for people to ski just for fun.

1 month ago | wbrz.com | Lauren Hawkins

BATON ROUGE - A trend that many people are using to reach their weight loss goals is GLP-1 drugs, such as Wegovy and Ozempic. While these medications can be effective, it's important to maintain muscle mass while taking them. Although it is clinically proven that these drugs do cause weight loss, it's important to note what can happen to muscles if the drug is not used correctly. When the body searches for energy, it sometimes targets muscle mass.

1 month ago | wbrz.com | Lauren Hawkins

BATON ROUGE - Twirls, spins, hangs, and flips are in store this week at Refuge Aerial, where a team of experienced professionals knows how to make them look good, too. The most well-known aspect of aerial sports is the silks, which can even be taken as a course in college. There are several other aerial sports that athletes can enjoy. Acrobats have many options when performing in the air like trapeze, hoop swing, sling, rope and even aerial fire play.

1 month ago | wbrz.com | Lauren Hawkins

BATON ROUGE - The U.S. Express Track Club was founded in 2008 by Coach Byron Turner. The program is dedicated to motivating kids and adults to be successful on the track field. Cross country sports are also offered. Coach Turner aims to improve the lives of the athletes by enhancing their sportsmanship and healthy living while teaching them optimal performance techniques of the track and field sport. The track club offers coaching to all ages who may be interested in joining.

1 month ago | wbrz.com | Angelica Butine |Lauren Hawkins |Joel Bruce

PONCHATOULA It's Strawberry season and berries aren't the only thing sweet about it. The 53rd annual Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival runs from Friday to Sunday. It's Louisiana’s “largest free harvest festival” and gains a lot of attention and revenue, bringing people together with live music, friends, food and fun. After starting in 1972, the festival has only grown. It's a way to celebrate local strawberry farmers, non-profits, and special communities.