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

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How to Stay in Shape for Hiking During Extended Travel

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How to Stay in Shape for Hiking During Extended Travel

Traveling for work, backpacking around the world, or headed out to sea on a cruise? Use these tips to keep up your hiking training during travel.

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11 Essential Leg Exercises for Faster Mountain Hiking

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11 Essential Leg Exercises for Faster Mountain Hiking

Strength training for hiking should prioritize the lower body. These leg exercises will help you hike hard in the mountains with a heavy backpack.

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How to Get a Damn Good Hiking Workout on the Treadmill

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How to Get a Damn Good Hiking Workout on the Treadmill

Stuck in the gym due to travel or bad weather? Here's how to get a killer hiking workout on the treadmill.

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8 Proven Benefits of Interval Training for Hikers

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8 Proven Benefits of Interval Training for Hikers

Like all endurance athletes, hikers and mountaineers benefit from speed workouts. These 8 benefits of interval training will inspire you to sweat.

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3 Simple Workouts That Will Help You Hike Faster This Summer

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3 Simple Workouts That Will Help You Hike Faster This Summer

Ready to lead the hiking pack? These beginner strength and cardio workouts will help you build speed and stamina for all your hiking adventures.

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How to Burn Fat While You Sleep With Strength Training

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How to Burn Fat While You Sleep With Strength Training

Strength training boosts your metabolism so you can burn more calories all day long! Here's how to get started without a gym or expensive equipment.

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The Top 3 Training Books for Every Hiker's Shelf

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The Top 3 Training Books for Every Hiker's Shelf

Learning the science of endurance training can make you a faster, stronger hiker. Here are the 3 hiking training books that helped me most this year.

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How to Get in Shape for Hiking When You're Starting From Zero

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How to Get in Shape for Hiking When You're Starting From Zero

Does love of the outdoors motivate you to get in shape and lose weight? This hiking fitness training plan shows you how to get started at any age or size.

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How to Set Up an Amazing Home Gym for $250

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How to Set Up an Amazing Home Gym for $250

Get these 7 pieces of must-have home workout equipment to transform any room into a gym. A perfect setup for small spaces and even work travel.

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19 Courageous Hiking Training Goals

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19 Courageous Hiking Training Goals

Ready to get in amazing shape for hiking, backpacking, and mountaineering? These hiking training goals will inspire you to take your fitness to new levels.

Fitness Over 40: Training Tips for Hikers and Endurance Athletes

Fitness Over 40: Training Tips for Hikers and Endurance Athletes

Achieve extreme fitness over 40 with these 10 training tips. Expert advice for hikers, runners, mountaineers, backpackers, and all other endurance athletes.

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Winter Workout Tips: How to Train 365 Days a Year and Love It

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Winter Workout Tips: How to Train 365 Days a Year and Love It

Don't let the cold stop your from training! Here are my best winter workout tips on what to prioritize, what to let go of, and how to stay motivated.

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How to Find Your Aerobic Threshold With an Easy DIY Lactate Test

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How to Find Your Aerobic Threshold With an Easy DIY Lactate Test

In order to get the most out of endurance training, you need to know your target heart rate. Here's a simple field test to help you estimate your heart rate zones. Make every cardio workout count!

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How to Train for High Altitude Hiking at Sea Level

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How to Train for High Altitude Hiking at Sea Level

You don't need mountains to train for big peaks and Himalayan treks. But you do need grit and creativity. Here's how to train for high-altitude hiking at sea level.

How to Make an Awesome Post-Climbing Recovery

How to Make an Awesome Post-Climbing Recovery

So you just came back from your Mt. Rainier climb. Now what? Here are some tips on post climbing recovery, dealing with disappointment, and setting new mountaineering goals.