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Three simple strategies to keep ourselves moving forward while we wait for change.

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How trail runner Keely Henninger found her way back to running after injury gave her a reality check.

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'Guardians of the River' explores what the biggest dam removal in history means for clean water, food sovereignty, and justice

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Base lodge closed? No problem. Turn your car into a private post-ski lounge.

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After appropriate tires, the second most important safety upgrade you can make to your vehicle is a powerful set of lights

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From day one, the new administration has showed itself to be in favor of protecting the wild spaces and species we love

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If even pacing is so great, why do the best runners in the world always seem to have another gear at the end?

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Child phenom Bria Wetch was expected to burn out. She tells how, after some road bumps, she's still getting better 20 years later.

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Bryan Rogala walks you through adding a heater to your camper

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Our advice on which park to visit each month of the year to see peak wildlife, foliage, and flower blooms—and to avoid the crowds

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Many hikers hope their treks will make them better at other sports. Instead, mine kept me from distance running for a year—a common side effect we don't discuss enough.

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You have some options beyond that perfectly formulated post-workout beverage

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Six items that keep me self-sufficient while traveling

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The Colorado-based PR pro and co-founder of Inside Out Communications has struck out on her own

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Steep hill sprints are a proven, specific-strength workout for runners that increases power, speed and injury resistance.

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The online retailer will expand the size of its physical retail footprint with two new shops in Utah and Colorado

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Photographer Shaun Price captures images of a project to build a mobile bike repair center during COVID-19

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Improvisational tunes set to the sounds of insects

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Habits and tips to help you get through anything

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Here's what you need to know if you're in the market to buy this season

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The Ombraz Leggero forgoes sidearms for an innovative nylon strap, which is both good and bad

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The key to a good diet is flexibility

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This ideal 100k shoe, HOKA's Carbon X 2 shines at all speeds for any stride, making it a super shoe for more than super runners.

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Fair pay and career development among essential workers are key for the success of the outdoor industry

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In one fell swoop, President Biden is undoing his predecessor's most harmful work on public lands, climate change, clean air and water, and environmental justice

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Wildlife and endless grasslands to explore in a remote corner of North Dakota made the 27th park on our 62 Parks columnist's list a must-visit destination

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Know that you could have gone farther or faster (or both).

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Forget the fancy wearables and complicated training plans. We're going back to the basics on fueling, movement, and recovery. 

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What does it take to get through the worst-case scenario? A very special combination of physical and mental strength.

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Nearly 280 rounds of chemotherapy hasn't stoped ovarian-cancer survivor Sharon White from taking on new hobbies

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Two new studies find performance benefits from high levels of the sunshine vitamin, but they're not the final word

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Expert advice for getting through the winter with COVID-19 as bad as it has ever been

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Union members at Stevens Pass and Park City Mountain Resort want better wages and working conditions but say their parent company has dragged its feet in negotiations. If they still can't get to the bargaining table, could a strike shut down the two ski areas?

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It's more affordable than the Series 6 and comes with the most important features

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Jenny Simpson's final race as a college runner was a fascinating example of how the mind can limit the body

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Don’t charge straight up the mileage mountain: Why you should alternate increases with plateaus and step-backs.

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Need to know what to wear for backcountry outings this winter? Pro skiers Drew Petersen and Mali Noyes walk us through it.

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An ambitious new project is based on a straightforward and very attainable goal: to help kids spend as much time outdoors as they do in front of screens

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High school didn't serve up much adventure, so Devin Murphy signed up to do grunt work on expedition ships that sailed to Alaska, Iceland, Antarctica, and other far-flung places. Turned out to be a pretty great idea.

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Why enjoyment is key to achieving your goals, and three strategies for making your training more fun.

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Pro skiers Drew Petersen and Mali Noyes give a crash course in common touring gear

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This specialized job board, launched last June, makes it easier for businesses in the industry to find and hire diverse talent

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Spoiler: it isn't all that different from real ground beef

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After more than three decades of attempts, there has finally been a winter summit on the Savage Mountain

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Activity and sales data suggest that there are still more cyclists than ever before

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Discover and foster goals that spark passion, excitement, and daily enjoyment through these science-backed mindfulness strategies.

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The big data report is based on Fitbit-like measurements, not dubious questionnaires.

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These three perfect pairs are just as comfortable on the couch as they are outside

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A former elite competitor who keeps reviving his running — even at 81 with two artificial knees — provides guidelines for goals when returning from setbacks.

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La Sportiva's waterproofed Jackal is winter ready, mountain rugged and wide foot friendly.

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A journalist's efforts at reinvention reveal a surprising truth: developing new abilities is one of the most life-enhancing things we can do

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Bryan Rogala walks you through the best upgrades you can make to your camper

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A new study tries—and fails—to predict athletic greatness with a DNA test. Thank goodness.

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A poem to remind you to stay safe out there

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In her new book, writer and artist Lauren Redniss tells the story of San Carlos Apache activists who are standing up to a mining company in southeastern Arizona

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3 Steps to make each run more meaningful and build mental skills while you train your body.

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2021 the year to get out of your comfort zone. Every season, we’ll challenge you to conquer your fears, embrace uncertainty, and try something new with us. Up first: turn off your phone; it's time to unplug.

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When you stop resisting the information sharing that causes crowd flocking, you can use it to create advocates who will protect the trails

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On Sunday the gold medalist became the first American to take the eight-day stage race in Italy

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Correctly timing all the elements of your taper can give you an extra edge on race day

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Understanding how the body adapts to stress helps us to know when and how to change our training.

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How creating adaptable goals can keep us in the focus of Flow during the heat of hard running.

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Yeti gear rarely goes on sale, but the brand is offering up to 25 percent off select drinkware while supplies last…

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The key to an adventure that's fun for everyone: lower your expectations, squash insecurities, and bring along plenty of creature comforts

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There’s more to running life than PRs and finishing placements. It’s time to chase a new goal.

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An award-winning science fiction writer paints a compelling — and rather disturbing — vision of running in the near future.

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Plastic Tides, a nonprofit based in Bermuda, uses paddleboards to enlighten and inspire kids to move toward a plastic-free future

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The brand's ethos signals a departure from an apparel industry that has been dominated by giant shoe companies. But can it stay true to the soul of the sport?

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'Bravey' delves into the Olympian's experiences with depression and losing her mother to suicide

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The end of the Trump administration can't come soon enough for our climate and public lands. Thankfully, there are a series of actions our new president can immediately take to begin undoing the damage.

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A friend, colleague, and industry role model has received some very difficult news

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The rebirth of the original rocker is an attractive, smooth-rolling — but heavy — easy-day shoe.

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What science says about setting meaningful, internally motivating, and satisfying goals that are exciting but not overwhelming

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Drawing only three bidders and $14 million, the administration's attempt to drill for oil in the massive Alaskan refuge is likely dead on arrival

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The books, movies, podcasts, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about

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Editorial EDITORIAL DIRECTOR, OUTSIDE MAGAZINE KEVIN SINTUMUANG BRAND DIRECTOR, OUTSIDE ABIGAIL WISE @abigailwise ARTICLES EDITOR FRED DREIER @freddreier ASSOCIATE GEAR DIRECTOR JENNY WIEGAND SENIOR EDITORS JONATHAN BEVERLY, BENJAMIN TEPLER, AYANA UNDERWOOD, KATHLEEN RELLIHAN @k_rellihan SENIOR CONTRIBUTING EDITOR, TRAVEL PATTY HODAPP @patty_hodapp GEAR EDITOR KELLY…

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Ben Preisner reflects on his near-perfect marathon debut, outlining four important tips for your first marathon, or your next.

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2020 is over, but your life probably hasn't changed much. Here's how to maintain a fresh start.

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Martin used modest mileage and impressive lactate-threshold workouts to run the fastest marathon ever for a U.S.-born African American, 2:11:05.

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Ultrarunning champion Krissy Moehl joins Ian Sharman on the Endurance Podcast to discuss what she has learned about training and racing ultra marathons.

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