Twist, Pivot, Pop: Understanding ACL Injuries & Your Road to Recovery 08/29/2025 A sudden twist or stop can lead to a dreaded ACL injury. This type of knee injury is one of the most common, and impactful that athletes and active individuals alike can experience.
Weightlifter Trained at SamFit Hits Her Mark 03/14/2024 After training at a SamFit fitness center for only three months, Ryleigh Perkins, 24, not only won her first competition but set two state of Oregon records in the process! Read about Ryleigh’s journey to success.
Don’t Let Elbow Pain Stop Your Game 07/12/2022 Tennis elbow is a common injury that ails more than just tennis players. Learn the cause of this painful condition and your options for treatment and relief.
Stay Fit & Flexible With a Strong Core 04/12/2021 From walking to getting up from a chair, we rely on core muscles to move and steady us. Try 3 simples exercises to strengthen your core for long term health.
Optimize Your Fitness With Performance Testing 10/13/2020 If you’ve been inactive for a while, you may be wondering if it’s safe to start exercising, the Human Performance Lab at Samaritan Athletic Medicine Center can help.
Lebanon Resident Sets Life Goals & Perseveres 09/14/2020 Anthony Pollard has persevered through life-long health conditions thanks to his determination to make lifestyle changes, and the help of SamFit and others.
Heart to Heart Fall 2020 09/01/2020 See the latest issue of Heart to Heart magazine from Samaritan Health Services. Find practical tips, sound advice and healthy recipes from our local experts.
Stay Hydrated in the Heat of Summer 07/13/2020 On hot summer days, dehydration can sneak up on you faster than you might expect. Doug Auckerman, MD, explains why staying hydrated is so important.
Lace Your Shoes to Fit Your Feet 05/07/2019 You might not have given the lacing pattern of your shoes a second thought, but those strands do more than just hold your shoes on your feet.
Does a Fitness Tracker Make You Healthier? 09/22/2016 A fitness tracker could be a great motivational tool to improve your overall health.