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

short hikes

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Chasm Lake Is the Best Day Hike Near Denver

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Chasm Lake Is the Best Day Hike Near Denver

The first time I hiked Chasm Lake, I was convinced I'd fallen into the eponymous chasm beside the trail and gone to heaven. Here's how to experience it.

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Your Complete Guide to the Manitou Incline Hike

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Your Complete Guide to the Manitou Incline Hike

Put your fitness to the test at the Manitou Incline, America's premier challenge hike! Here's your guide to parking, safety, incline facts and more.

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The Best Rocky Mountain National Park Day Hikes for All Seasons

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The Best Rocky Mountain National Park Day Hikes for All Seasons

Beat the crowds and discover new trails in Rocky Mountain National Park! Here are five RMNP day hikes you can enjoy any time of the year.