Whether alone, with your dog, or with the family, hiking is a fun activity that also serves as good exercise. The benefits of hiking are numerous, and some are even a bit surprising. Brisk activity is good for your heart because it gets it pumping, and a hike with a few hills does so even more. Hiking, which often involves… Read more →
The great American poet, Ralph Waldo Emerson, said to focus on the journey and not the destination. While he was talking about savoring life’s little moments, these words can also apply to the Zen-like activity of hiking. Following are five great reasons to get out on the trails when 2020 rolls around. By far, the best reason for someone… Read more →
Whether someone is new to hiking or they are a grizzled vet that has hiked hundreds of trails, they both face the same question: What hiking boots do I need? Choosing the right footwear can be the difference between a routine hike being pleasurable hike or becoming arduous. Hiking boots are vital to injury prevention, but some people argue sneakers… Read more →
Outdoor people understand that the call of Nature is undeniable. When you’re not actually hiking, you can still watch other people try. Here are the ten best hiking films of all time: Appalachian Impressions – Highly recommended for anyone considering tackling any part of the Appalachian trail, Mark Flagler’s comprehensive view of the A.T. offers hiker interviews, trail tips,… Read more →
Hiking is a great physical pursuit for people of any age. Go for a hike and you’ll find yourself interacting with nature, challenging your fitness, and probably taking in some great vistas, too. However, some people won’t try hiking; they’ve allowed a few all-too-common myths to discourage them from taking to the trails. This is a shame, because the benefits… Read more →
Hiking is arguably one of the most relaxing, enriching activities in outdoor recreation, but like nature itself, it can be dangerous and unpredictable if underestimated. I have extensively covered how this notion applies to wildlife and weather, but plant life should also be handled with a precautionary eye. While most plants are more likely to be benign in nature, others… Read more →
By now, it is no secret that children are becoming increasingly disinterested with outdoor play. This is upsetting, given the countless and timeless memories and lessons, one can take away from being in nature — especially at a young age. Despite this phenomenon, however, hiking could stand as a great way to get your children into the outdoors; it is… Read more →
Cycling is great exercise and a wonderful way to get some outdoor time. Whether you’re considering going pro or just trying to get around town, here are six important things to mark off your beginner’s cycling preparation checklist. Helmet Choose a helmet that fits your head perfectly and secures with a comfortable strap under the chin. Avoid helmets with… Read more →
All sports change; they grow with the influence of the times and technology, and they evolve with the participants’ needs. Here are 5 top hiking trends to look forward to in 2019 to inspire you to get the most out of your workout. Start Where You Are For those who want to practice running, climbing, and hiking in the… Read more →
Though hiking is intended to be a relaxing and exhilarating activity, it can pose a variety of threats and risks to participants of all experience levels. Wildlife is perhaps the most revered of these threats; with many predatory and otherwise dangerous species usually sitting in the back of hikers’ minds as they set out on their trail of… Read more →