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Repetitive Motion Injuries

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Repetitive Motion Injuries

Repetitive Motion Injuries. – NW Fitness Magazine Get the help that is needed to take care of the pain, tingling or numbness. By Dr Jason Matthews Proline Chiropractic Do you have a job, activity, hobby, or exercise routine that keeps you repeating a certain movement? If so then you could be on the track in creating a repetitive motion injury. This type of injury is a soft tissue injury that occurs in the area where there…

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Summer Open Weightlifting Championship

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Summer Open Weightlifting Championship

2015 Summer Open Presented by  Imperial Crossfit Within the WA State Fitness EXPO July 11th-12th 2015 Washington State Fair Showplex Event Center

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Hike of the Month – Tuck and Robin

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Hike of the Month – Tuck and Robin

Hike of the Month – Tuck and Robin By: Daniel Lupastean Activity Type: Hiking Nearby City: Roslyn Length: 15.6 total miles Elevation Gain: 3,700 feet Skill Level: Strenuous Duration: Day-hike or backpack overnight Season: Best midsummer through fall Trailhead Elevation: 3,300 feet Top Elevation: 6,330 feet Happy trails, Dan Hiking time to Tuck 2hrs 51mins At last, my first overnight hike of the first part of this hike is fairly easy with no real summer. With…

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Hike of the Month Barclay Lake

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Hike of the Month Barclay Lake

Hike of the Month Barclay Lake by Daniel Lupastean Distance: 4.4 miles RT Elevation Gain: 225 feet High Point: 2425 feet Rating: Beginners, Kid Friendly Located off US Highway 2 in the city of Baring, lies this majestic lake. Barclay Lake is nestled between Merchant Peak and Baring Mountain. Approaching the lake the first thing you see is Baring Mountain towering at 6125 feet. This massive rock surface is a perfect candidate for some serious hard-core…

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The B Word by Linda Farrington

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The B Word by Linda Farrington

NW Fitness Magazine The “B” Word by Linda Farrington We all say it way too often the infamous “B” word. It is the first thing that slips off our lips when asked, “How’s Life?”…”Oh Busy!” It never fails to rear its ugly head, Monday through Friday and for many of us the weekend too. The “B” word evokes negativity and in turn kills our spirit. In order to live better, healthier and happier lives, I…

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Snowshoeing

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Snowshoeing

Winter Day Hike   Snowshoeing Looking for a fun way to get some exercise during the long winter days? Head up to your local mountains and try out snowshoeing. It is a great way to burn calories and clear the mind. Don’t want to leave the dog at home? Take him with you! Most un-groomed Snow Park trails allow you to bring your furry four legged friends   Equipment needed Snowshoes (can rent at most…

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Mount Si Trail-Hike of the month

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Mount Si Trail-Hike of the month

NW Fitness Magazine Mount Si Trail-Hike of the Month by-Daniel Lupastean Located in North Bend, Mt. Si is about a 45-min drive from Seattle. As popular as Mt. Si has become with local Washingtonians, some sources estimate that between 30-100k people hike this mountain annually. This 4-mile hike steady climbs to 4,167, with Haystack scramble being its highest peak. Upon arrival to an overly crowed parking lot, especially with a beautiful snowy afternoon, people still…

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OutdoorExpert-Advice

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OutdoorExpert-Advice

NWFitness (March 20120 Tim Molenar Outdoor Expert Advice and Product Review Tim Molenaar, Outdoor Recreation Product Expert. Tents Venting Ever thought you had a leak in your tent? Don’t rush back and return your brand new tent because condensation has built up on the inside. This condensation is due to a lack of venting in the tent. To prevent condensation, make sure you have one of the windows or upper vents open. Zippers Pulling too…

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