Training
Sarah Maurer
How to Start Running for Beginners

Running is a great way to stay in shape during the coronavirus pandemic while gyms are closed. In this post, I’ll show you how to get started as a beginner using the walk-run technique.

How to Start Running for Beginners
Nutrition
Sarah
The Ultimate Sports Nutrition Guide for ...

Confused about sports nutrition? The good news is that the best diets are simple, flexible, and fit into your busy lifestyle. Here’s all my best nutrition advice for mountaineers, backpackers, and other mountain athletes.

The Ultimate Sports Nutrition Guide for Mountain Athletes
Mindset
Sarah Maurer
9 Indoor Survival Skills for Hikers in ...

Brush up on your quarantine survival skills now that the trails are closed! Here's a guide for endurance athletes on staying happy and healthy indoors.

9 Indoor Survival Skills for Hikers in Quarantine
Endurance Training, Training
Sarah
How to get BACK in shape fast (for endurance ...

Are you returning to training after an extended time off? Here's a six-step plan to rebuild your hiking, backpacking, or trail running fitness.

How to get BACK in shape fast (for endurance athletes)
Mindset
Sarah
9 Things Healthy Hikers Do Every Day

Hiking for better health means more than putting on a pack and walking! Follow these daily health habits to nurture your mind, body, and spirit.

9 Things Healthy Hikers Do Every Day

Skills

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Winter Hiking Clothes 101: What to Wear and How to Layer It

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Winter Hiking Clothes 101: What to Wear and How to Layer It

Enjoy the fun and fitness benefits of hiking all winter! Here's how to choose the best winter hiking clothes and layer them for maximum warmth and comfort.

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Meet a Woman Who Is Skiing 100 Miles to the North Pole for a Special Cause

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Meet a Woman Who Is Skiing 100 Miles to the North Pole for a Special Cause

Eirliani Abdul Rahmen will soon cross the polar ice cap to raise awareness of childhood sexual abuse. See how she's preparing for her Arctic adventures.

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How to Snowshoe: A Quick-Start Guide for Beginners

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How to Snowshoe: A Quick-Start Guide for Beginners

Everything you need to know to put on your shoes and go. Covers how to buy or rent gear, sizing, boots and clothing, finding trails, and safety tips.

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How to Layer Winter Hiking Pants for Any Weather

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How to Layer Winter Hiking Pants for Any Weather

It's important to layer your winter hiking clothes. But what about pants? This article shows you what pants to wear for all weather conditions.

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Winter Hiking Tips: What to Do About Cold Feet and Toes

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Winter Hiking Tips: What to Do About Cold Feet and Toes

Use these tips to prevent cold feet during winter hiking, snowshoeing, skiing, and mountaineering. Covers the best winter hiking boots and socks.

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How to Navigate the Wilderness Like a Boss

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How to Navigate the Wilderness Like a Boss

Free yourself from the trail with these simple wilderness navigation techniques. Learn how to print and read topographic maps, orient yourself with a map and compass, and sharpen your route-finding skills.

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Here Are the Skills You Need to Climb Mt. Rainier Without a Guide

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Here Are the Skills You Need to Climb Mt. Rainier Without a Guide

Are you ready to tackle a glaciated peak? This checklist of basic mountaineering skills can help you decide. Here's what it takes to climb Mt. Rainier without a guide.