If you are visiting or living in Portland, Oregon, and looking for the best day hike near Portland, look no further! There are so many things to do in Portland, but hiking is a great way to get outside and see what makes the Pacific NorthWest so special! It can be hard to pick just one hike as the best, since it depends on what kind of hike you are looking for, but we think we’ve found the one!
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Prenatal Yoga
Whether you are an experienced yogi, or you have never tried it before, chances are, if you’re pregnant, people will suggest using yoga as a way to stay active and alleviate pain and discomfort during pregnancy. You may wonder what the difference is between prenatal yoga and regular yoga, whether it’s worth doing, and what the benefits are. Below, I hope to answer some of those questions for you! *As always, consult your doctor before starting any new exercise routine, and make sure you have their approval, the following is not a professional medical opinion, and should not replace professional care*.
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Hiking While Pregnant
When Agus and I first found out that I was pregnant, it was actually right before we went on a hike up Blackcomb in Whistler, Canada. Of course, this being our first baby, I wasn’t too sure on the dos and don’ts of pregnancy, but I also didn’t want it to stop our adventures. So what did I do? I googled it of course! Like most people these days, I rely on google for a lot, even medical advice, though I know I shouldn’t. With something as important as a baby though, even after googling it, and reading that it was safe to climb and hike, especially so early on, I still called my doctor to triple check *Though your doctor is the 1st one you should check with for any advice on such things! They are the professionals after all!* Below is some of the things that I have found helpful and important throughout my pregnancy on how to keep active, and maintain my love for hiking.
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Hiking Skyline Trail, Mt. Rainier in October
Looking back at our most recent hikes has helped pass these days where we’re all stuck at home, National Parks are closed, and we can’t explore nature like we’d like to. When we moved out to Oregon last fall, one of the first hikes we did was up in Mount Rainier National Park, in Washington State. The trail we chose was the Skyline Trail, which is basically a big loop all around the famous Paradise Park, and is one of the best hikes for seeing the meadow as well as the views available at the 6,800 ft. peak, aptly named Panorama Point.
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The Benefits of Nature Walks
There’s no denying the sense of ease that washes over me when I step into the woods and absorb the energy of the quiet sounds and smells that come from mother nature. There are so many benefits of nature walks, some of which we probably aren’t even aware are happening!
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How To Prevent Aches and Pains When Traveling
When traveling, especially long distance, it can cause some serious aches and pains, from uncomfortable seats, small spaces, or simply not moving for long periods of time. What ever the cause, we can all agree that it hurts! Below are a list of my top five tried and true, simple methods for relief from travel pains.
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