Rucking is a military phrase referring to walking while carrying weight. It is becoming more popular amongst the general population as a great way to workout with many benefits. Benefits of Rucking Low-Impact Rucking is a low-impact exercise perfect for anyone who can’t run or participate in other high-impact movements. Anytime, Anywhere Rucking can be…
Walking Outdoors Is Not Just For Your Body
Hiking is a wonderful low impact activity that burns a ton of calories and is good for our lower body, heart, and lungs. There’s nothing like fresh mountain air and beautiful terrain. Research indicates that hiking outdoors is not just good for our physical body, but it is also a great way to keep our…
Maintaining Your Health During Tough Times
When times are tough, one of the first things people will sacrifice is their health but that’s the last thing you should do, especially during a global health crisis. Looking and feeling your best will give you the energy and strength to overcome any obstacles you may experience It will be the glue to keep…
Get Outside For Your Health
No school, people are working from home and we can’t actually go anywhere and do anything. Everything is virtual and many are opting to place all their orders online and have all their household needs delivered so there’s no reason to leave your home. Some people are literally stuck indoors all day and that is…
Get Outdoors & Fall Into Fitness
September and October often tend to be the best months to explore the outdoors here in the Northwest. It tends to not be too hot, or too cold, the rainy season hasn’t set in yet and the colors as the leaves change are absolutely spectacular! Plus, the fall season often inspires people to ‘turn over…
Spring Into Hiking
There’s nothing like fresh mountain air and beautiful terrain. But hiking can be hard on your body and knees if you’re not conditioned – especially with the challenging inclines here in the Gorge, Mt. St. Helen’s and Mt. Hood area. So try some of the following exercises to get you in tip-top hiking shape: Dog…