Janita “JJ” Jones is a fitness professional and sports journalist for the Portland Observer. Find her cheering on her alma maters the University of Nevada and Benson High School, chasing after her baby dragons, coaching amazing athletes or teaching exercise classes. She can be reached via email at jj@portlandobserver.com.
Recent Stories

Skipping Meals Doesn’t Help
Do you ever have one of those days where your time is occupied with everything else but food? We all know that not eating is unacceptable and that we are supposed to eat but that is sometimes easier said than done.

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Bouncing back from adversity
Environmental conditions, like the Columbia River Gorge fire, can affect your breathing and challenge an active lifestyle. The following three easy steps can help get you back on your fitness journey.