Fitness & Nutrition

Something about loads of fresh air and exercise turn my normally latent appetite up to ten, but dehydrated backpacking meals are expensive and it can be a trial-and-error process finding meal options that actually hit the spot in the...

Every body is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all hiking bra. It might take some trial and error, but you can find the right mix of supportive and comfortable that works for you. If you’re curious about what’s on the...

Whether the ideal outdoor adventure for the dad or father figure in your life consists of a multi-day backcountry hike or a day of paddling on the lake, these Father's Day gifts promise to elevate their next outdoor pursuit. A...

Every year, on the first Wednesday in April, National Walking Day encourages people to get off the couch, get outside and participate in activity. This year, I marked the occasion by testing a new piece of tech gear specifically designed...

There’s something about the fresh air that piques the appetite. I don’t consider myself a good (or even enthusiastic) cook, so rest assured these are all doable, delicious recipes that are worth spending the minimal prep and cooking time on. Here...

Once considered the ultimate test of human endurance, the marathon race has recently taken a backseat to a more challenging race: the 100-mile ultramarathon. An ultramarathon is considered any footrace longer than a traditional marathon, with the most popular distances...

Dashing through the snow doesn’t necessarily require a sleigh. With the right gear, you can continue to hit the snow-packed single track all winter long. These winter trail running essentials include gear for a variety of budgets and levels to...

Now that I don’t snowboard anymore, I find it difficult to participate in winter sports. Though I enjoy snowshoeing, winter hiking and cross-country skiing, cold-weather outdoor adventures are not my forte. Last summer, due to a combination of unpleasant weather, a...

Having a safety mindset is critical in the backcountry. This doesn’t mean that you don’t take any risks, but rather that you understand the dangers you may encounter during your outdoor adventure and are prepared to handle them. Being prepared means...

It’s already 25 degrees when I hit the trail at 9 a.m. The lush, sprawling wilderness of Golden Ears Provincial Park, located an hour east of Vancouver, is carved with endless hiking trails—and Evan’s Peak is one of the...

The sun is shining, birds are singing, and people are getting up at ridiculous hours to move, stretch and breathe in the outdoor landscape. While the outdoors can make a perfectly natural yoga studio, some yogis may prefer to spread...

Filmmaking and the outdoors have gone hand in hand since well before you could stuff a DSLR into your ultralight pack, toss a GoPro on a selfie stick, and broadcast your own YouTube adventure film. Explorers used to bring heavy...