AM You’re never too old or too experienced to pick up a new trick. Yes, there are hikers out there—grizzled backcountry ...

Do you condition for longer hikes? There are different schools of thought about the practice. Some folks say the best training for hiking is simply hiking; others believe that weight training and ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. As I huffed up the side of New Hampshire’s Mount Liberty in the ...

In the week leading up to her first solo backpacking trip—a one-night adventure through California’s Cottonwood Lakes wilderness—Allison Boyle came up with a million and one reasons why she shouldn’t ...

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Corey Buhay is a freelance writer and editor based in Boulder, Colorado. You can read her work in Backpacker, Climbing, and Outside Online, among others. New perk: Easily find new routes and hidden ...

In the early part of this millennium, I developed an interest in outdoor exercise and recreation. I was determined to become skilled at hiking, rock climbing and other outdoor fitness pursuits. I ...

I’ve always been quite active, playing sports and exercising. I've worked in the fitness industry for 10 years—teaching group classes, personal training, and managing a fitness studio. I got my first ...

It's starting to get hot throughout much of the country, so we've had to take matters into our own hands: We've started raking through our closets to find clothing lightweight enough to comfortably ...

Hiking is a highly beneficial physical activity that can help you burn calories. The number of calories you burn depends on factors like your weight and the steepness of the trail. Hiking is an ...