Toby Hanson, Author at 303 Pulse

Sep232025 by Toby HansonNo Comments

This 7-Minute Workout is the Most Well-Rounded Fitness Routine We’ve Ever Seen

When time is tight but your fitness goals aren't negotiable, this science-backed routine delivers maximum results in minimal time Denver's fitness scene is legendary—from sunrise yoga in City Park to crushing boulder problems at local climbing gyms. But here's the reality: between 5 AM conference calls and evening plans at your favorite RiNo restaurant, finding time for a full workout can feel impossible. Enter the most efficient fitness routine we've encountered: a 7-minute, equipment-free workout that delivers results that'll make your boutique gym membership jealous. Why This Routine Works (And Why We're Obsessed) This isn't just another quick-fix fitness fad. The 7-minute workout is grounded in high-intensity interval training (HIIT) science and was popularized by research ...

Sep212025 by Toby HansonNo Comments

We Won’t Stop Until We Have the Answer: The Great Guys Story

Local Business Spotlight

How Life's Unexpected Turns Led a Father-Daughter Team to Build Denver's Most Trusted Home Service Company Sometimes the best businesses are born from life's unexpected moments. For Maddy Fauth and her father Marcus, that moment came after a series of career changes, family loss, and a shared realization that they wanted to build something meaningful together. "My mom actually passed in 2015," Maddy shares, her voice softening. "My parents were divorced at the time, but what that created was a really tight-knit relationship between my dad and I and my brother." At the time, both Maddy and Marcus were working in Colorado's cannabis industry. But as the industry evolved, they found themselves increasingly uncomfortable with the direction it was heading. "There was a lot of bi...

Sep92025 by Toby HansonNo Comments

7 Fun Fall Activities in Denver

Art & Culture, Articles, Dating & Relationships, Family Friendly, Guides, Kids & Family, Outdoor Activities, Things To Do, What's Hot

Denver's spectacular fall season offers the perfect blend of crisp mountain air, vibrant foliage, and world-class cultural events from September through November 2025. The Mile High City provides unique access to five different climate zones within two hours, creating one of the longest fall color seasons in the country. Whether you're seeking traditional pumpkin patch adventures, scenic mountain drives, or Denver's renowned craft beer celebrations, this autumn promises unforgettable experiences for locals and visitors alike. Anderson Farms fall festival brings autumn magic to Erie Anderson Farms stands as Colorado's largest family fall entertainment destination, transforming 30 acres in Erie into autumn wonderland from September 25 through November 2, 2025. This isn't just a pumpkin...

Sep72025 by Toby HansonNo Comments

The Blue Mustang That Haunts Denver: Inside the Tragic Legend of Blucifer

Art & Culture, LifeStyle

How a 32-foot sculpture became Denver's most notorious landmark and killed its creator in the process Drive into Denver International Airport, and you can't miss him. Rising 32 feet into the Colorado sky, a brilliant blue mustang rears up on his hind legs, muscles rippling, veins bulging, and eyes blazing demonic red against the endless prairie horizon. Local Denverite's have dubbed him "Blucifer," and his story is as dark and twisted as those glowing crimson orbs. Most public art inspires debate. Blucifer inspired conspiracy theories, urban legends, and genuine fear. But before he became the subject of countless internet theories about secret societies and airport conspiracies, he was simply the final masterpiece of Luis Jiménez—a dream that became a nightmare. The Artist's Visio...

Sep12025 by Toby HansonNo Comments

From Vienna to Vietnam: The Love Story Behind Denver’s Most Unique Wellness Sanctuary

Articles, Business & Finance, Family Friendly, Indoor Activities, Local Business Spotlight, Things To Do, Wash Park / DU, What's Hot

How two souls from different continents created an oasis of healing in the heart of South Pearl Street Walk into 5 Star Salt Caves Wellness Center on South Pearl Street, and you'll immediately feel it—a palpable shift in energy that makes your shoulders drop and your breathing deepen. "Oh my god, I feel relaxed already! Why is this?" customers ask almost daily. For owners Markus Bohunovsky and Stephanie, this reaction is exactly what they dreamed of when they first envisioned their wellness sanctuary nearly a decade ago. But the path to creating Denver's only authentic Himalayan Salt Cave began with two very different journeys that converged in the most unexpected way. A Tale of Two Worlds Stephanie's story reads like an American Dream manifesto. Born in Saigon near the end...

Aug302025 by Toby HansonNo Comments

We’re Back: The New Era of 303 Pulse & The Go Local Movement

LifeStyle, What's Hot

Photo Credit Rebecca Todd Denver, we’ve missed you. It’s been more than two years since 303 Pulse last published, and a lot has changed in our city. New restaurants have opened, favorite shops have closed, neighborhoods have evolved, and the heartbeat of local life has kept going strong. Through it all, one thing has become clearer than ever: independent businesses are the soul of Denver. That’s why we’re back—and this time, with a bigger mission. Why Supporting Denver’s Independents Matters More Than Ever Walk down any Denver street, and you’ll see it: a mix of old favorites and new ventures shaping the character of our city. The corner café where the barista remembers your name. The neighborhood boutique where the owner curates every item with care. The contractor who trea...

Aug122022 by Toby HansonNo Comments

Broncos Sale Brings Money Back to Denver Youths

Articles, Kids & Family, Money, What's Hot

The $4.65 billion sale of the Denver Broncos results in $41 million being refunded to cities and counties that help pay for the stadium. Children in Denver and six other metropolitan area counties could soon benefit from billionaire Rob Walton’s purchase of the Denver Broncos. The Metropolitan Football Stadium District, the division of state government responsible for building and protecting taxpayers’ investment in the Broncos’ public realm, will soon distribute more than $41 million of the $4.65 billion that Walton and its ownership group have paid for the team, Matt Sugar, the district’s stadium business manager, confirmed Thursday. The origins of this multimillion-dollar tax windfall date back to 1998. That’s when 57% of voters in what was then the six-nation Denver metro ...

Jul302022 by Toby HansonNo Comments

Visit The Colorado Renaissance Festival

Art & Culture, Family Friendly, Outdoor Activities, Things To Do, What's Hot

Eat, Drink, & Be Merry This season we will take you on a magical tour through time and legend. As you wander down the village streets and pathways of the Colorado Renaissance Festival, experience a 16th Century Renaissance Amusement Park! Ready thyself to revel with master revelers, watch artisans create original works of their ancient craft, and be taken in by the tantalizing aromas of roast turkey legs, steak on a stake, fresh baked goods, and much more. Featuring a cast of hundreds of authentically costumed merrymakers living and working throughout the village and performing, continuously, upon the Festival’s stages, the illusion of a rollicking 16th Century festival day is created! INFORMATION Open Weekends June 18 - Aug 710 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 2022 Box Office P...

Dec162021 by Toby HansonNo Comments

Meet James Brown – The Hardest Working Man In Real Estate!

Local Business Spotlight, Movers & Shakers, Real Estate Agent

James BrownThe Hardest Working Man in Real Estate!  5/5 From Branding Expert to Real Estate Disruptor: How James Brown is Rewriting Denver's Housing PlaybookMost real estate agents will tell you they're passionate about helping people. James Brown actually means it, and he's got the creative strategies to prove it.With a background in branding and a knack for solving problems others won't touch, James has built a real estate business that looks nothing like the traditional model. While most agents focus solely on transactions, he's created an ecosystem that serves everyone from first-time homebuyers to busy professionals seeking passive income, overwhelmed landlords, and families facing financial challenges.Beyond Traditional Real Estate"I...

Jan252021 by Toby HansonNo Comments

The Perfect Date Night in Denver

Dating & Relationships, Drink, Eat, Things To Do

The dating scene has been entirely mixed up thanks to COVID. This not only applies to singles, but also to dating and married couples. Everyone’s been stuck at home for way too long, so it’s important to plan a time to get out and experience new scenery (safety first, of course). Take your night off to explore different areas of Denver so you can truly mix up conversation, your environment, and of course, try out new fun places! We’ve compiled a list of date night ideas in Denver based on your interests. For The Foodie Couples Traditionally, when you go out, you pick one restaurant to sit at for the entire night. Mix it up and choose a different location for drinks, appetizers, the main course, and dessert! This gives you a chance to sample different restaurants, enjoy a change of...