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H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S | J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 5 5 D I S C Golf By Justin Brimer The Dalles Chronicle is “above average” and elevation changes on the course make for a Columbia Gorge resident James good workout and a challenging round. Anderson said he was surprised Playing disc golf does not feel when his new leisurely past-time like exercising, he said; instead, it started showing improvements to feels more like a walk in the park his overall health. with friends. He took up disc golf about a Nathan Ely from The Dalles year ago to get outdoors more said he was attracted to the sport often and to spend more time with and the course at Sorosis Park friends who also enjoyed it, not because his friends play there and thinking about the health benefits. it only cost a few dollars to begin. He said after playing a couple He noted a beginner set of of rounds, pain stemming from an discs costs about $25 and unlike aggravated sciatic nerve, which regular golf, there are no fees to causes a radiating back pain, play. became substantially lessened. He and Hithe both gave the “(My back) feels much better since disc golf course a “B+” because of I started playing,” he said while the challenging yet rewarding shots preparing to tee-off on a January and the spectacular view of Mt. afternoon. Adams and the Columbia River. He said the reduced pain That to me is what makes this comes mainly from the two miles course a special one,” Hithe said he walks while playing 18 holes while motioning toward Mt. Adams. at The Dalles’ disc golf course in Hithe called Sorosis Park a Sorosis Park. “mini Pier Park,” referring to Anthony Hithe from The Dalles Portland’s disc golf course that agrees disc golf helps him to stay hosted the 2014 Professional fit, especially in the winter. Disc Golf Association World “In the summer you can get Championships. lines waiting to tee off, but in the “This is a true community winter you can pretty much have resource,” he said. the course to yourself,” he said, Northern Wasco County Park meaning more time moving and and Recreation District Coordinator less standing, waiting a turn. Daniel Kittelson agrees and said Hithe said disc golf is “a full he sees park patrons of all ages body workout,” that combines the cardio exercise of continually walk- enjoying disc golf. “It gets people out there walking ing up and down hills with the around and using all different types upper-body workout of throwing a of muscles that you would normally disc as hard as possible. not use,” he said. “After two rounds I am pretty “You see people out there tired,” Anderson, a 36-year-old year-round,” he said. “Even if there father said. “If I play two rounds I is snow on the ground you’ll see try to remember to pack a snack.” Anderson said the park’s course people playing disc golf.” Kittelson called disc golfers “a pretty good group,” who rarely leave trash and are courteous to other park patrons. He noted the parks department is about halfway to raising $1,800 necessary to replace baskets and tee pads at Sorosis Park, all from donations from disc golfers. Hithe said he also enjoys the camaraderie that comes with doubles tournaments on Sundays at the park. After paying a $4 entry fee participants are randomly paired in a “best throw” type of tournament. The winning group gets the pot and Hithe said he always has fun. Doubles tournaments begin at 2 p.m. Sundays, year-round. Giving Gratefully Express gratitude for the personalized, quality care received at Mid-Columbia Medical Center. Make a donation in honor of your doctor, nurse or favorite staff member today. Contact the Mid-Columbia Health Foundation: 1700 E 19th Street, The Dalles, OR 97058 541-296-7275 | mchf@mcmc.net donate.mcmc.net/gratefulpatientgift Weight loss - More Energy - Better Sleep - Improved Health Independent Distributor Omni “ D R O P S ” Weight Debra Lutje , LMT Lic # 3393 25 years focused massage experience. (541) 296-9303 1214 E. 12th Street,The Dalles avalonbiossage@gmail.com Make massage part of your healthy living plan. 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