by Melanie Herron | Mar 17, 2020 | Active Lifestyle, Fitness, Injury Prevention, Staying Healthy
Our lives are changing every day amid COVID-19. Despite the limitations placed on us for staying indoors and limiting exposure to the public, exercise is critical for maintaining our immune system, as well as our emotional and physical health. Staying active will also...
by Melanie Herron | Feb 27, 2020 | Active Lifestyle, Aging, Eating Healthy, Fitness, Staying Healthy, Women's Health
When we are young, we want to be older. As we age, we wish for our youth. And once we begin to see how age can affect our ability to do the things we enjoy, we yearn for ways to stop the aging of our bodies. If you could add ten years to your life, would you take the...
by Melanie Herron | Jan 24, 2020 | Active Lifestyle, Aging, Arthritis, Back Pain, Chronic Pain, Fitness, Injury Prevention, Staying Healthy
Getting older has its perks, and it has some downsides. For aging athletes or anyone who enjoys being active, time can have a way of dampening the fun. Slowing down is part of aging, but for many Central Oregonians, slowing down or, ahem, stopping isn’t an option. ...
by Melanie Herron | Dec 19, 2019 | Active Lifestyle, Fitness, Injury Prevention, Staying Healthy
We are fortunate to have an abundance of outdoor activities within very close proximity to our homes. When it gets cold, however, it can seem more tempting to stay inside and snuggle up with a book. Exercising during the winter can also be challenging because there...
by Melanie Herron | Sep 27, 2019 | Active Lifestyle, Aging, Fitness
When I come home from my early morning swim, my mind and body are buzzing with endorphins, which makes me happy, talkative, and excited. Almost to the dismay of my just awakening family, who cannot keep up with my early morning energy high. Exercise makes you feel...
by Melanie Herron | Jun 20, 2019 | Active Lifestyle, Back Pain, Fitness, Spine Care, Staying Healthy
Many of us dream of strong abdominals. Not just for the way they look, but also because having a strong core helps you do virtually anything. Core strength can also reduce your risk of injury and improve athletic performance. Here’s why. Really, what is a core? Your...
