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

Training

Are You Overtraining for Your Mountaineering Trip?

Are You Overtraining for Your Mountaineering Trip?

Like all endurance athletes, mountaineers tend to be a tough, driven bunch. But pushing too hard and resting too little can lead to overtraining syndrome. Here's how to catch overtraining early and start recovery.

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Here Are the Best Mt. Rainier Training Hikes

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Here Are the Best Mt. Rainier Training Hikes

Long training hikes can help you test your gear, practice skills, and build confidence for your climb. These Mt. Rainier Training hikes take you high into the thin air where you will climb and camp on snow.

What Mountaineers Need to Know About Strength Training

As you climb Mt. Rainier with a pack, your leg muscles will contract thousands of times against resistance. Here are the best strength training exercises to round out your mountain climbing training plan.

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What You Need to Know About Hiking for Weight Loss

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What You Need to Know About Hiking for Weight Loss

Ready to burn fat? Training for a big hike like Mt. Rainier or the Grand Canyon can be a kick ass motivator. Here's a roadmap to kickstart your transformation.

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Best Advice for a Guy Who Is Training for Elbrus?

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Best Advice for a Guy Who Is Training for Elbrus?

Jed from Nebraska is gearing up to climb the highest peak in Europe. Here's a month by month training roadmap he can follow to prepare for his Mount Elbrus Climb.