Links we like
For those who are looking for more running, walking or health resources in Bend, we've compiled this list of people and places whom we think do the right thing. See below for doctors, physical therapists and personal trainers, among others...
CORK
Central Oregon Running Club. The place to go for information about their weekly runs and running events. A great organization!
Fleet Feet Sports, Bend is proud to partner with Girls on the Run! Girls on the Run is a nonprofit opening in Bend which provides running and mentoring for preteen girls - a great cause and a really fun organization for volunteers looking to make a difference in girls' lives. If you want to get involved, email Heather at director@deschutescountygotr.org.
Thinking of climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro? We highly recommend Simon Mtuy at Summit Expeditions and Nomad Experience. He is a Mt. Tanzania guide as well as an ultra runner and the record holder for the fastest ascent and descent of Mt. Tanzania.
Doctors
Northwest Foot Care
Podiatrists, Dr. Brian Wilhelm, Dr. Frank Cobarrubia and Dr. Nat Chotechuang treat conditions of the foot by medical and surgical methods - everything from hammertoes and heel pain to bunions, flat feet and ingrown nails, these guys can fix your feet!
385-7129
Optima Foot and Ankle
Dr. Laura Schweger is the only female podiatrist in town!
383-3668
Physical Therapists
Focus Physical Therapy offers a small, intimate atmosphere with personal one-on-one attention for their clients.
Healing Bridge Physical Therapy
The all-women staff at Healing Bridge does a great job working with a wide variety of clients. They offer classes and even have a pool for highly beneficial underwater physical therapy.
Eastside Clinic
Westside Clinic
Prineville
Personal Trainers and health clubs
NONPROFIT ORganizations
Our favorite nonprofit organizations, in town or around the world, are listed here:
CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocates
Family Access Network, a program that links school kids in need with nonprofits who can help.
Nomad Charities, an organization that is working to improve life in the town of Kibwezi, Kenya, by building an orphanage, improving their water quality and other projects.
Sunday Weekly Runs: At the store at 1320 NW Galveston at 8:30 a.m. (2nd Sunday we meet at Shevlin at 9 a.m. for Hot Chocolate Runs) 4-7 miles
Wednesday Weekly Runs: At the store at 6 p.m. 3-5 miles
Yoga for Athletes: 7 p.m. Wednesday's after the weekly run, $5
Strength Training for Athletes: 6 p.m. on a night to be determined, starting the week after Thanksgiving
Stroller Runs, Tuesday's at 10 a.m. at the store 45 minute jog at a relaxed pace
Thoughtful Thursday's: the second Thursday of the month, join physical therapist Tonya Olson at the store at 5:30 p.m. to help all of your aches and pains.
