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

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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How to Drink Less Alcohol and Feel More Alive

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How to Drink Less Alcohol and Feel More Alive

Want to drink less alcohol — or quit altogether? Try these simple strategies to boost your motivation, crush cravings, and make the change stick.

Raising Kids One Hike at a Time [Guest Post]

Raising Kids One Hike at a Time [Guest Post]

Hiking as a family is a great way to make memories and grow closer. Here are some tips on making the outdoors fun for kids of all ages.

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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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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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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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3 Easy Colorado Snow Climbs to Kick Your Crampons Into This Spring

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3 Easy Colorado Snow Climbs to Kick Your Crampons Into This Spring

Excited to kick some steps this spring? Here are three easy Colorado snow climbs you'll love: Juliet Couloir, Boudoir Couloir, and Whale's Tail Couloir.

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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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3 Reasons You Might Like Climbing Colorado 13ers More Than 14ers

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3 Reasons You Might Like Climbing Colorado 13ers More Than 14ers

Are you tired of fighting crowds on the Colorado 14ers? Here are some compelling reasons to ditch the list and fall in love with the Colorado 13ers.

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9 Easy Colorado 14ers You Need to Climb This Summer

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9 Easy Colorado 14ers You Need to Climb This Summer

Want to stand on top of the Rockies? Here are 9 easy Colorado 14ers that can be hiked by most people with a little fitness and a lot of heart.

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Ecuador Travel Guide: A 9-Day Mountaineering Itinerary

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Ecuador Travel Guide: A 9-Day Mountaineering Itinerary

Experience Andes mountaineering with ascents of Iliniza, Cayambe, and Chimborazo. This Ecuador travel guide walks you through 9 days of climbing fun.

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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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5 Amazing Mountains to Climb in Ecuador That Aren't Cotopaxi

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5 Amazing Mountains to Climb in Ecuador That Aren't Cotopaxi

Looking to beat the crowds and find mountaineering solitude in Ecuador? Here's the scoop on Pichincha, Corazon, Iliniza, Cayambe, and Chimborazo.

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9 Mt. Rainier Summit Photos That Will Make You Want to Start Training Today

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9 Mt. Rainier Summit Photos That Will Make You Want to Start Training Today

Climbing Mt. Rainier is a bucket list adventure! Get inspired by these summit photos celebrating crevasses, sunrises, beard frost and summit beers.

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Climbing Mount Rainier: How Hard Is It Really?

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Climbing Mount Rainier: How Hard Is It Really?

Climbing Mt. Rainier is difficult but possible for most fit individuals. Here's how to tell if you're ready for this classic mountaineering challenge.