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

women

What I Learned from Wearing 8 Pairs of Hiking Pants in 96 Hours [Guest Post]

What I Learned from Wearing 8 Pairs of Hiking Pants in 96 Hours [Guest Post]

Dreaming of ditching the cubicle for a career in the outdoor industry? Here's a writer and photographer's take on the ups and downs working outside.

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This Colorado 14er Comeback Story Will Warm Your Heart

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This Colorado 14er Comeback Story Will Warm Your Heart

Need a little hiking inspo? Click to read how Jenna summited Mauna Kea (Hawaii) and Mount Antero (Colorado) after age 70 and a cancer diagnosis.

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5 women's hiking pants that will keep you cool all summer

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5 women's hiking pants that will keep you cool all summer

Find the best women's hiking pants for summer! Click to read about the pros and cons of shorts, convertible pants, hiking leggings and more.

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How to use CrossFit for hiking and mountaineering training

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How to use CrossFit for hiking and mountaineering training

Learn how CrossFit can help you get in shape for hiking and mountaineering — especially if you are training in a gym or have limited hours to work out.

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What it's really like hiking with Crohn's Disease [guest post]

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What it's really like hiking with Crohn's Disease [guest post]

A hiker with Crohn's Disease shares the story of her hut trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, plus tips for hiking with a chronic illness.

Vie Active Review: Is This Clothing Tough Enough for the Backcountry?

Vie Active Review: Is This Clothing Tough Enough for the Backcountry?

Can Vie Active's Rockell leggings hang outside the yoga studio? Here's what happened when I put them through some serious sweat testing.

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What It's Really Like Climbing Mt. Katahdin in Winter

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What It's Really Like Climbing Mt. Katahdin in Winter

Mount Katahdin in Maine is a challenging hike in summer. And in winter, it becomes an expedition-style mountaineering adventure! Here's one climber's story.

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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.

How to Get Started With Outdoor Rock Climbing

How to Get Started With Outdoor Rock Climbing

Ready to take your rock climbing game outdoors? Here's how to learn the skills you need, find safe climbing partners, and advance to lead climbing.

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How to Survive Your Period on the Mountain

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How to Survive Your Period on the Mountain

Nothing sucks harder than having your period while you're roped up to two boys on a glacier. But don't let your period keep you from climbing your mountain and enjoying the outdoors! Here's how to survive hiking, backpacking, and camping on your period.