Active Living
In the state of Oregon, 3.6% of the population suffers from heart disease. Additionally, 3.5% of the population has suffered from a heart attack. Daily physical activity can go a long way in the prevention of these cardiovascular-related ailments.
Hiking
Oregon is home to some truly beautiful scenery. Hiking is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and increase your physical activity. Hiking is good for beginners and experts alike. Here is a site that will help you find the perfect trail in Oregon.
http://www.oregonhiking.com/
Visit the Beach
During the summer months, the Oregon coast is a great place visit. The beach is a very good place to get some physical activity. You can run, walk, swim or play sports on the beach. The following site will help you select a good beach to visit. http://visittheoregoncoast.com/
Skiing
Oregon boasts some phenomenal skiing as well. Check out the following site to find a ski resort to visit during the winter. http://www.skioregon.org/
Daily Routine
If you are unable to start a new hobby like hiking or skiing, you can still increase your physical activity by making some small changes to your daily routine.
- Clean your car by hand instead of taking it into the car wash.
- Take the stairs instead of the escalator or the elevator.
- Get off of the bus one stop early and walk the rest of the way to your destination.
- Give your dog an extra long walk in the morning or the evening.
- Take a short walk around the office instead of surf the Internet during your breaks.