Winter is here, and that means the days are getting shorter and the weather is getting colder. While it’s easy to lose all motivation to get outside and stay active during these months, it’s still possible to get outdoors and stay healthy. It may not be as easy to do so as in the Summer, but keeping an optimistic attitude… Read more →
Tag: fitness
Off-Trail Hiking: An Overview
Off-trail hiking provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy some rarely seen vistas as you get the fresh air and exercise your health requires. However, there are a few things to consider before you leave the well worn path. It’s important to obey signs and use common sense in choosing your direction, but there are other tips to make your first… Read more →
The Health Benefits of Hiking
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 →
A guide to proper hiking footwear
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 →
Essential buying for new cyclists
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 →
Top Hiking Trends for 2019
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 →
Three Great Christmas Gifts for the Cyclist in Your Family
The cycling community is a very niche one, as the it entails specific equipment, techniques, and considerations absent from most other aerobic sports. Therefore, if you have an avid cyclist in your family, the holiday season can bring about a frustrating double-edged sword: gift ideas for this individual may be categorically obvious, but finding one that actually caters to their… Read more →
Four Tips for Cycling in the Winter
Winter is rapidly approaching, and this can spell disaster for new and underprepared cyclists. Inclement weather, earlier sunsets, and colder temperatures make winter cycling a formidable challenge, but with a little foresight and preparation, it is more than possible. Here are some quick tips for better cycling in the winter. Get proper clothing In most cases, clothing will be… Read more →
Avoiding Fatigue During your Next Hike
Hiking can be both rigorous and relaxing, depending on your unique experience level. However, when it comes to the former, it is important to keep a close eye on your physical wellbeing as you hit the trails to avoid a potential health crisis, one where help may potentially be far away and difficult to reach. A big part of this… Read more →
Tracing Hiking’s Recent Surges in Popularity
If the most popular hiking trails seem to be far more crowded than they used to be, it’s probably because they are. According to recent reports, the number of people who regularly take to the trails has doubled in some areas, with Seattle being a prime example. While outdoor enthusiasts have long been drawn to the lush green glories of… Read more →