July 2018

Photo of two waterskiers and boat.

Barefooting the Spokane: the Short-lived, Spokane River Water Ski Craze

In the late ‘80s, near a now-defunct riverside restaurant called Shenanigans, a niche group of locals started jumping off the bridge into the Spokane River, bruising backs and spraining necks in the process, all in the name of learning a new sport: barefoot waterskiing. They “scorpioned” when their form strayed, face planting at eye-lid-peeling speed. […]

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How to Turn Your Backyard into a Campfire-capable Hangout

Staying outside late into long-lit evenings is particularly enjoyable in July. Before fire season rolls around, smogging up the air and preventing outdoor burning of any kind, small backyard fires can provide the backdrop to many hours of social gatherings, family bonding, and open-air cooking of the on-stick variety. If you do not already have

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Lyte Balance: Spokane Electrolyte Company Keeps It Real

Not everyone wants to chug a fluorescent blue Arctic Blitz-flavored Gatorade after a workout. While the flashy colors, labeling, and advertisements are enticing, they might not be the best choice for refueling a body hungry for nutrients. Nearly all recovery and electrolyte replacement drinks these days are loaded with empty calories, sugars, and artificial colors

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Refilling the Tank: Electrolyte Management and Hydration in the Heat of Summer

I got my first harsh lesson in hydration in June six years ago. I was training for a fall marathon but was already up to 22-mile training runs. One afternoon I set out alone on the Centennial Trail for a marathon-distance run. My hydration consisted of water in a 12-ounce handheld, plus more water in

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