Yes Bend, we know you’re pretty fit. So this Fit Week, we mined the local area for some out-of-the box sports and activities that might not already be on your radar. Check out those stories from our Feature section, as well as stories from elsewhere in the issue!
Medicare For Us
Medicare for all in Oregon? Here’s what that effort looks like now.
By Laurel Brauns
Making Waves
Water polo is increasing in popularity nationwide. The trend continues in Central Oregon, with exponential growth in club participation.
By Nicole Vulcan
Treasure Hunting, the Sport
Whatever winter brings, geocaching offers a way to explore new places.
By Laurel Brauns
Skinny Skis and Spandex
For ski mountaineers, going up makes going down all the more fun.
By Graham Zimmerman
So You Wanna be a Gamer?
Dayne Downey of Portland’s Blazer5 Gaming is a different kind of professional athlete.
By Isaac Biehl
Trail Tunes
A locally curated playlist, for trail running or anything else!
By Isaac Biehl
Finding The Will To Live
An Oregon advocate for men’s mental health will soon release a new book.
By Cayla Clark
Winter’s Healing Foods ( and Supplements)
Foods & supplements to help you get through winter.
By Nicole Vulcan
The Journey Back Om
Statistics show that programs such as Deschutes County’s inmate yoga program can reduce the risk of reoffending.
By Cayla Clark
This article appears in Jan 15-22, 2020.
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