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“Dog Mountain,” a Brilliant 7-mile, 2,820-foot Elevation Gain Hike
The Columbia River Gorge separating Oregon and Washington is visually stunning—surreal even. It is also an outdoor lover’s Elysium. Waterfalls, swimming holes, trails, and more are abundant on both the Oregon and Washing sides of the river; and, the Columbia River itself … Continue reading
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Tagged Columbia River Gorge, Dog Mountain, hiking, outdoors, trails
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Recommended Bicycle Ride — Schnebly Hill Mountain Bike Trail
I lived in Sedona, Arizona, in my early twenties. It was a carefree time for me; I was single, and I had no major bills. I could pretty much do whatever I wanted to do when I wanted to do … Continue reading
Today’s FE-Life Workout — “Go for a Black Belt”
My recommended FE-Life workout for today is basic, but effective. You will need some dumbbells, a mat, and your running shoes. Target Muscles: heart, legs, low-back, biceps 1-10 Difficulty Rating: 6.5 Workout Time: an hour +
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Tagged biceps, bow pose, exercise, outdoors, running, walking
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Smith Rock State Park, a Fitness Lover’s Playground
I believe that at least once in your life you owe it to yourself to check out Smith Rock State Park located on the outskirts of Terrebonne, Oregon (a twenty-minute drive from Bend). It is nothing short of a Mecca … Continue reading
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Tagged hiking, outdoors, rock climbing, running, Smith Rock, trails
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Today’s FE-Life Workout — “Hummer Justice”
My recommended FE-Life workout for today requires a computer or device that can access the internet, and a kettlebell or dumbbell. Target Muscles: heart, full-body 1-10 Difficulty Rating: 6.5 Workout Time: An hour + The Workout Ensure that your muscles are warm; I recommend … Continue reading
Recommended Bicycle Ride — Banks to Vernonia Trail
Adventurous travelers, and those who live in the greater Portland, Oregon, metro area should without a doubt check out the Banks to Vernonia Trail. The twenty-one mile paved “rails to trails” pathway is sublime—easily as prismatic as were the images … Continue reading
