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How To Relieve Sore Muscles: Advice from a Pro Athlete

by Renee Metivier Muscle soreness can put a massive damper on your training as an athlete, and poor recovery can ultimately lead to injury. The older I get the more I realize how crucial recovery is to not only healthy training but longevity. I’ve been running for a long time. I started running in high…
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10 Best Hikes Near Bend, Oregon

If you’re into hiking, you need to check out these trails near Bend. Oregon is absolutely beautiful and hundreds of trails have been created so you can enjoy that beauty safely. Central Oregon is where Ablis is located, so we have some experience with this particular terrain in and around Bend. Here are some of…
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MCT Oil + CBD: A Power Couple

At Ablis, optimizing beverages to supplement an active lifestyle is what we are all about, so MCT oil was a natural fit for our line of products. So, what’s all this hype about MCT oil? It’s just coconut oil, right? MCT stands for Medium Chain Triglycerides. These “shorter chain” fatty acids are more beneficial than…
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Is Sparkling Water Bad or Good for You?

The cautionary headlines are everywhere – is sparkling water good for you? Bad for you? Should we be worried that this millennial fave is killing us all? I’m kidding. It’s truly not that serious. Allow me to explain some of the fear and ease any anxiety you have about your favorite fizzy drinks. The Myths…
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Hemp Oil vs. CBD Oil: What’s the difference between them?

Are you confused when it comes to hemp oil and CBD oil? Are they the same thing? Though they are both derived from the hemp plant, these oils contain different compounds and have different uses. I’m here to demystify the vague and oftentimes confusing marketing in the industry and explain the parts of the hemp…
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Central Oregon Trail Alliance – Win a New Bike by Supporting COTA

Staying active is a vital part of our company culture at Ablis – it’s in our DNA. Our whole team has really been into mountain biking lately. In fact, Ablis co-founders, Jim and Max Bendis recently opened the Pinehurst Pump Track on their property here in Bend, Oregon, making it available to the general public…




