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
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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