Summer in Seattle this year was very warm and sunny. Unfortunately, we also had to deal with smokey skies due to western wildfires that significantly impacted our air quality. I did get in some sweaty bikes, took in some beautiful city views, and watched the seaplanes swoop down onto Lake Union. Summer’s not over yet!
Have you noticed how certain sounds just help you to de-stress and relax. One of my favorite “nature noises” is the sound of water. While moving outside this spring, I have noticed that the lakes, rivers, and streams are overflowing and the sound of the water is so soothing. A river beach I like to […]
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Getting exercise outside is the perfect way to boost your energy and improve your levels of vitamin D. This vitamin is fat-soluble and needed for strong bones and a healthy immune system. The best source for vitamin D is regular exposure to the sun. Some researchers suggest five to 30 minutes of sun exposure between […]
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Why not consider participating in outside activities you enjoy? The fitness industry has seen an incredible boom, however there has not been significant changes in physical activity across the nation. Recent research has shown people enjoy walking outside much more than inside. Moving physical activities outside can help reluctant exercisers establish more consistent routines and maintain their […]
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Spring is that time of year that the weather can be unpredictable. The Seattle area does not have the extremes from day-to-day that other parts of the country experience with very distinct seasons, but Eastern Washington was very interesting last week. Eastern Washington is that part of the state east of the Cascade Mountains. A […]
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In my blog post at the end of November 2017, I suggested that a great time to map out some healthy lifestyle changes is at the start of the holiday season. You may have decided to wait until the New Year. Anytime is the right time to make lasting healthy lifestyle changes. My featured image is […]
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Last weekend I was able to get out for two days of cross-country skiing in both Leavenworth and Plain Washington. The proximity of the snow-covered mountains against the sky reminded me of the phrase bluer than blue. I love getting away from the crowds and outside into a quiet, peaceful setting on cross-country skis. Two […]
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The snowy Washington Cascade Mountains look so very different from the mountains I played in over the holidays, due to the types of trees/vegetation and shape of the peaks and valleys. The Cascade rainy western slopes are densely covered with Douglas fir trees and the dryer eastern slopes are covered by ponderosa pine trees. Spending time […]
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