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​Are you a gym rat with a trip coming up? It’s important to keep your positive habits going to ensure long term success with reaching your fitness goals. If you’re worried about how you’re going to get your reps in, then this guide is just the thing you need to take the weight off your…

Looking for things to do as the weather changes and outside options become increasingly scarce? We have you covered! Below you’ll find various options for activities and exhibits at local museums and event centers. So get out there, take in the cool crisp air, and take advantage of all the Northwest has to offer this…

Self-care is an imperative part of a balanced and healthy existence, especially in this day and age full of extra stress. It’s essential to take time for yourself, even if it seems impossible with a busy schedule. We’re going to go over some ideas to help you build a healthy self-care routine, which should enable…

Budgeting is an important part of long-term success in our society. There are many different ways to go about it, and people handle it very differently. Some just try and save where they can, and if that works out to be extra savings at the end of the month that’s great. Others review their expenses…

​We may not typically get a white Christmas here in the NW, but many people go in search of powder in pursuit of all kinds of winter activities. While these adventures are fun for everyone involved, there are some important things to consider when preparing to embark on your journey. We hope these tips will…

​Living in the NW has its perks, but unfortunately comes with drawbacks as well. One of the major negatives is that between late fall and early spring the sun rises late and sets early. This means we have shorter days than many of the other states in the US. With that challenge in mind, we’ve…

​With winter in full swing, the weather is cold and the days are short. Often times we resign ourselves to sitting in front of the TV when it’s dark when we get home from work. With depression at an all time high this time of year, especially in our area in the NW, it’s good…

What a summer! If you’re like me, you’ve been waiting weeks for the weather to cool down, excitedly counting down for the days of cocoa and spooky movies. Now that it’s finally here, we’ve come up with a fun list of fall activities to keep you busy this season. Even if you’re more into sunny…

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! (No- not the stressful holidays, it’s Summer!). Summer means sandy feet, tan lines, and weekends packed full of camping adventures! One of the best ways to make your adventures even better is having delicious food. No more eating peanut butter and jellies for every meal of the…

Looking for a fun way to get into gardening, a way to spice up your cooking or a new hobby? A great way to do all three is starting an herb garden! An herb garden is on the low maintenance end of gardening which makes it great for beginners or to do with the kids.…