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Wednesday, December 14, 2016 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon Fit For Sisters Andrew Luscutoff Columnist Holiday fitness gift ideas The holidays are here and it’s time to get creative with gift ideas for the loved ones. For the fitness enthusi- ast, there are plenty of great ideas at any price-point. Less than $25: A pair of merino blend socks will be a hit with any- one who is active. They are warm, wick moisture, and allow the foot to breathe. Merino wool socks are well worth the extra cost. It may sound like a cliché to get someone socks for a holiday gift, but these will be a defi- nite upgrade for anyone. $25-50: Bluetooth headphones. Wires can be frustrating, especially when you’re try- ing to exercise and move dynamically. A bluetooth set takes away the wire that tethers one to their device, providing freedom of move- ment. Running and cycling without catching the wires and pulling the earphones out is so much more enjoy- able. Not only this, but gym exercise is improved because one can set their phone away and workout while still lis- tening to music. $50-$100: Fitness tracking devices. These have grown tremen- dously in the past few years. In fact, they are one of the biggest growing trends in the fitness industry. A fit- ness tracker can be as basic as tracking how much some- one moves to as intricate as measuring heart rate, calo- ries, and other metrics. They often have an app for a smart phone which pairs with the device to upload, analyze and illustrate the data the device is collecting. It is an interesting piece of equip- ment, which can be useful to someone who is actively engaged with their data. Over $100: Performance analysis, testing, etc. This is a great gift as often the recipients will be reluctant to buy some- thing so selfish to their own health and wellbeing. Starts Friday Fri., Dec. 16 – Thurs., Dec. 22 Rogue One (PG-13) Dec 15 / Thurs / 7 PM The Good Time Travelers Fri-Sat 1:00, 1:30, 4:00, 4:30, 7:00, 7:30 Sun 1:30, 4:30, 5:00, 7:30, 8:00 Mon 1:00, 1:30, 4:00, 4:30, 7:00, 7:30 Tues 1:30, 3:00, 4:30, 7:30 Wed-Thurs 1:30, 4:30, 7:30 Nocturnal Animals (R) Brad Tisdel & Brent Alan opening Fri-Tues 2:00, 4:45, 7:15 Wed-Thurs 2:15, 7:45 Dec 17 / Sat / 8-11 PM Fri-Sat 1:45, 4:15, 6:45 Sun 1:45, 4:15, 7:00 Mon 1:00, 3:30 Tues 1:45, 4:15, 6:45 Wed-Thurs 5:00 Songwriting and pickin’ duo present original songs with a guitar, a mandolin and two microphones. $15-$20 Dry Canyon Stampede Talented 7-piece Country Western dance band perform classics to contemporary with a blend of rockin’ rhythms and moving ballads. Feb 17 / Fri / 8-11 PM Sassparilla They are pungent, not subtle. Dirty bluegrass band from Portland. Mar 1 / Wed / 7-10:30 PM Tommy Castro & the Painkillers Playing music guaranteed to fi re up fans. PUB OPENS 1 HR PRIOR TO SHOWS BelfryEvents.com 541-815-9122 Loving (PG-13) Passengers (PG-13) Tues 8:15 Wed-Thurs 2:00, 4:45, 7:45 Sing (PG) Tues 6:00 Wed-Thurs 2:45, 5:15, 7:15 Royal Ballet Live: The Nutcracker (NR) Sun 2:00; Mon 6:00 Movie times and titles are bsite subject to change. Visit we n. atio rm info st late or call for WWW.SISTERS MOVIEHOUSE.COM 541-549-8800 Testing fitness is impor- tant for anyone; beginner to elite athlete. A v02 max, body fat analysis, or even genetic testing will be very useful, not only for fitness but health in general. There are many options, and they can be done at many places. Central Oregon Community College has a lab where they do testing. To get even more in-depth, a saliva sample can be sent to a service for complete genetic testing. What can the data provide? A general idea of body com- position, cardiorespiratory health and fitness, and will give the person a point of reference when beginning an exercise program. Genetic testing can provide knowl- edge of personal character- istics. Is someone prone to heart conditions, diabetes, Alzheimer’s? What type of diet might be better, should they avoid certain types of food? All these can be revealed with a genetic test. These are usually around $200. Other ideas: Giving the gift of an experience may be a bet- ter option for someone who has it all. There are many outfitters who offer gift cer- tificates for their services. A mountain bike shuttle to McKenzie River trail, a ski 13 pass to Mt. Hood, or lessons for golf are all just some ideas. No matter what the activity the person is inter- ested in, there is an option out there. It just might take a little research or a few phone calls. This holiday season, get a little more creative with the gifts for the fitness enthusiast on the list. If they’re spend- ing a lot of time doing their activity, a creative gift will be enjoyed again and again all year long. The above are just some ideas, for more help with these prod- ucts contact me via email at Andrew@sistersathleticclub. com. Entertainment•Arts•Special Events 352 E E. H Hood dA Ave. Three Th Wed.~Dec. 21 Sisters Lions Club Holiday Faire 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Find Sisters Community Church Sisters Saloon Texas Hold locally made gift items & “Miracle on 34th Street” ‘Em Tournament! 7 p.m. handmade treasures! For more Every Wednesday! For more with Sisters Classic Old-Time Radio Experience information call 206-850-5352. information call 541-549-7427 or go to sisterssaloon.net. 2 p.m. $12 for adults, $10 Saturday~Dec. 17 The Lodge Restaurant at for students and over 65 at bendticket.com ($15 & Sisters Saloon Live Music Black Butte Ranch Live $12 cash at door). For more with the Bobby Lindstrom Music with Sisters High information call 541-480-1843. Band 8 to 11 p.m. Blues and Desert Bell Choir 6 to 7 p.m. Sisters Saloon Texas Hold rock, no cover! 541-549-7427 For dinner reservations at The or go to sisterssaloon.net. Lodge call 541-595-1260. ‘Em Tournament! 7 p.m. Now a weekly event, every Cork Cellars Live Music Aspen Lounge at Black Wednesday! For more with Joe Leonardi, Ed Butte Ranch Live Music! information call 541-549-7427 Fitzjarrell & Fiddler Bob 7 to 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more or go to sisterssaloon.net. 9 p.m. No cover! For additional information call 541-595-1260. 352 E. Hood Ave. Three information call 541-549-2675 Sisters Lions Club Holiday or go to corkcellars.com. Thurs.~Dec. 22 Faire 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Find The Lodge Restaurant Black Butte Ranch Snowshoe locally made gift items & at Black Butte Ranch handmade treasures! For more Breakfast with Santa 9 a.m. & Bonfi re Adventure 2 to 4 p.m. or 5 to 7 p.m. For ages information call 206-850-5352. and 11 a.m. seatings. $17 for 10 and older. $10 ($5 ages adults, $14 for kids (under 4 With s’mores and hot Thurs.~Dec. 15 free). Reservations required by 10-12). cocoa at the fi re. Reservations calling 541-595-1260. The Belfry Live Music with required at 541-595-5879. Must bring snowshoes (rentals The Good Time Travelers Aspen Lounge at Black available at Glaze Meadow 7 p.m. Brad Tisdel and Brent Butte Ranch Live Music! Rec Center, 541-595-5877). Alan will open. $15 to $20 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more sliding scale. Pub opens information call 541-595-1260. one hour before the show for Friday~Dec. 23 The Belfry Live Music with refreshments. For more info go Dry Canyon Stampede 7 to Downtown Sisters 4th to belfryevents.com. 10 p.m. $10 cover. Pub opens Friday Art Stroll 4 to 7 p.m. Sisters Area Chamber of one hour before the show. For Galleries & shops feature live Commerce Mix-n-Mingle info go to belfryevents.com. entertainment & refreshments! Christmas Party 5:30 to sistersartsassociation.org. 352 E. Hood Ave. Three 7:30 p.m. For Chamber Sisters Lions Club Holiday Aspen Lounge at Black members & prospectives! Faire 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Find Butte Ranch Live Music! Come celebrate the season locally made gift items & 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more with food, refreshments, and handmade treasures! For more information call 541-595-1260. door prizes! 541-549-0251. information call 206-850-5352. 352 E. Hood Ave. Three Saturday~Dec. 24 Sisters Lions Club Holiday Sunday~Dec. 18 Black Butte Ranch Horse Faire 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Find Sisters Community Church Drawn Carriage Rides 11 a.m. locally made gift items & handmade treasures! For more Sisters High Desert Chorale to 3 p.m. with cocoa, hot cider information call 206-850-5352. Christmas Concert 2:30 p.m. or coffee after. $10 (kids under It’s the annual performance! 5 free). Reservations and refreshments. Free prepayment are required by Friday~Dec. 16 With (with donations gladly calling 541-595-1252. Sisters High School Holiday accepted at the door). Info: Showcase 7 p.m. A schools- sistershighdesertchorale.com. Sunday~Dec. 25 and-community variety show! The Lodge Restaurant Sponsored by the SHS Jazz Merry Christmas! at Black Butte Ranch Choir. $5 suggested donation Breakfast with Santa 9 a.m. helps fund the choir’s annual and 11 a.m. seatings. $17 for Monday~Dec. 26 performing trip. Info: Rick adults, $14 for kids (under 4 Johnson, 541-549-4045 x1015. free). Reservations required by Black Butte Ranch Snowshoe & Bonfi re Adventure 2 to Sisters Community Church calling 541-595-1260. 4 p.m. or 5 to 7 p.m. For ages Sisters High Desert Chorale 352 E. Hood Ave. Three 10 and older. $10 ($5 ages Christmas Concert 7 p.m. Sisters Lions Club Holiday 10-12). With s’mores and hot It’s the annual performance! Faire 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s cocoa at the fi re. Reservations With refreshments. Free (with the fi nal day of the yearly faire required at 541-595-5879. donations gladly accepted offering locally made gift items Must bring snowshoes (rentals at the door). For info go to & handmade treasures! For available at Glaze Meadow sistershighdesertchorale.com. additional information please Rec Center, 541-595-5877). Aspen Lounge at Black call 206-850-5352. Butte Ranch Live Music! Events calendar schedule is subject to change. Submit 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more items by 5 p.m. Fridays to teresa@nuggetnews.com information call 541-595-1260. Wed.~Dec. 14