Scientists take a closer look at the studies supporting links between physical activity and mental health and ask: is the evidence any good?

Strong legs make for easy miles. Get yours ready for your next big trip with this advice.

Many of our favorite tester-approved duffels, jackets, hoodies, and bags are up to 50 percent off

Dammit, Ben Stiller, there you go making me use my brain during my relaxing TV time

Consumption of ultra-processed foods has been linked to a multitude of health concerns—does that mean we should swap out gels and chews for all-natural sports nutrition?

Gear designed for two that will bring you and your plus-one closer

With a focus on community, sustainability, and user experience, MPB is on a mission to get quality photographic gear in the hands of more creatives

It’s been a busy start to 2025 for search and rescue crews in the popular Nevada park. They recently saved another fallen climber.

In anticipation of the Super Bowl, we looked into the NFL's obsession with an unexpected superfood

We spoke to the Academy Award-winning actor about his new three-part docuseries for Fox Nation, which chronicles the 1903 meeting between Theodore Roosevelt and John Muir in Yosemite National Park

Instead of adding creatine to water, I decided to get creative. Here are the recipes I liked—and those I'd skip.

Montana-based Sitka Gear is reimagining the rubber boot

One adventurer’s solo journey across the U.S. on an Aventon Level 2 e-bike embraces the art of slow travel

When a hunting dog became stranded, the Mesa County Search and Rescue team embarked on an intense 13-hour mission to free her

Our ethics columnist weighs in on the dilemma about when a predator has the right to act like a predator—and when it crosses the line

When I was a kid, I was fascinated by a traditional katana my grandfather had brought home from Japan in 1945. Years later, I decided it was time to find the heirloom’s rightful owner.

Mick Jagger is in incredible shape—for a person of any age. How does he do it? I followed his training plan to find out.

Here’s how to pack a long weekend trip with the District’s most memorable activities, enriching experiences, and exciting adventures

While the escape from daily stressors is one thing, fishing together in such grandeur is another for Austin Leonard and Joey Pasternak

I found big adventure and warm weather in these national-park units spread across the Southeast and Southwest

Netflix Co-Founder/Powder Mountain CEO Reed Hastings among the luminaries who will speak as the growing event returns to Denver

Watch climbing partners Andrew King and Dominique Barry take on the beautiful Shark’s Fin Arete in California’s Alabama Hills

When my husband crashed into a tree while skiing, he was stranded, injured, and losing daylight fast. With no way to call for help, his only hope was our dog, Phoebe.

What endurance athletes can learn from one runner’s close call

Aligning your training cycle with your menstrual cycle could have performance benefits. A sports physiology researcher weighs in.

In a world obsessed with longevity and eternal youth, I choose old age

With a sprinter van and a passion for shoes, Aaron Olbur is inspiring others to take their first steps toward better health

A veteran ski racing journalist explores Vonn’s return: why she retired, how her body has changed, and how she could make the Olympic team

In a statement on Monday, the Canada Border Services Agency noted that the U.S. prohibits southbound PCT thru hikers from crossing into Washington from British Columbia

This lodge is all about its spectacular location, within a national monument and between two national parks. It also has fire pits, free s’mores, and access to endless trails and rivers.

Here’s how Peloton instructor Matt Wilpers suggests structuring your indoor bike training

After years of work, cycling advocates got the go-ahead to ride trails on the iconic California mountain. But a court order stopped the plan dead in its tracks.

Understanding when and why men outperform women, and under what circumstances that can change, is suddenly a fraught topic.

Escape to Lake County with tips from a local, and find the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation

From a Denver hotel resembling an aspen grove to national-parks-adjacent stays with mountain-bike rentals and train access into the Grand Canyon, these new places are definitely on our vacation radar

Maybe there's no right or wrong answer

Five years after it was founded, plus-sized outdoor apparel company Alpine Parrot shuts down

Getting too cold can kill you. Here’s what you can do to prevent that from happening, and how to rescue yourself if it does.

Matthew Bryce went surfing alone. Would he die alone, too?

Research suggests that ingesting probiotics can improve performance and boost VO2 max, and even your mood, but experts need more proof

The price of a permit to climb the world’s highest peak will rise 36 percent later this year. Guides believe that climbers will still flock to the mountain.

Brands like Youer manufacture their gear exclusively in the United States for environmental, ethical, and practical reasons. Will that be enough in the face of rising costs and potential new tariffs?

Here are Pinkbike’s concise yet helpful answers to the ten most common mountain-bike-related questions on search engines, social media, and forums

A writer examines Trump’s first presidency and his cabinet appointments to understand how the next four years will impact public lands, the environment, and outdoor recreation

Packing tips from a Montana mom with two kids and a love for getting out year-round

We’re not talking about big thru-hikes, but extended walks on pathways through glorious landscapes in spectacular parts of the world

L.A.-based yoga studio LXR incorporates snakes into a weekly yoga class. One brave writer attended to see what all the hype was about.

If you’ve never considered being a ski instructor before, here’s why it may appeal to you

My favorite running shoes and apparel double as casualwear, making them twice as valuable, especially while traveling

Pour one out for a real one—drinking during adventure sports is so 2024

Looking to trim food costs? You’re not alone. These Costco staples help athletes eat better and save money at the same time.

Whether you like to camp, paddle, take long walks, or bike flowy singletrack, these are the coolest ways to spend your precious time off in 2025

Conrad Anker, Jon Krakauer, Melissa Arnot Reid, and other prominent climbers and guides share their thoughts on the president’s decision to rename North America’s highest mountain

Even though it’s tempting to skip your first meal of the day, please don’t, experts say

Outside’s editors reflect on the most powerful relationships and lasting connections made outside

A writer explains his love of Bogs kids’ boots, which are made to last longer than your kid can fit into them. The boots support a thriving online community of re-sellers and buyers.

Suddenly Uggs are cool again, but we've been using them for camping, approach shoes, and dog walks all along

Whether you’re a skier or not, some of the most common aches and pains can be traced back to hip weakness and instability

Backpacking in the snowy season doesn’t need to be an ordeal. We polled our colleagues to find out their best gear tips for packing for snowy adventures.

Follow these expert parenting tips to share powerful experiences with your children, build a foundation for lifelong adventures, and foster a love of nature

A new study finds athletes with higher vitamin D levels are stronger, but the big picture remains murky

Biden gets a lot of credit as a public lands and outdoor rec champion for passing the EXPLORE Act, conserving more land than any president in recent history, and empowering Indigenous partners. But should he?

The pros and cons of plugging in when your lifestyle takes you off the grid

A growing pool of studies finds concerning levels of plastic and forever chemicals in our common food items and their packaging. Here’s what you need to know.

Writer and dogsledder Blair Braverman wrote Tough Love, a bimonthly outdoors-themed relationship advice column, for the past eight years. Here’s what she learned from countless strangers’ problems.

Power couple and record-setting hikers Andrea Sansone and Andrew Hamilton share tips for navigating a new pursuit as a couple—and emerging stronger for it

Most national parks have an entry fee, but not these. And they’re all awesome places to visit.

The unique 1UP carrier protects bikes better than any rack I’ve ever used—and it’s a thing of beauty

Done with cold weather? From the Keys’ turquoise waters to the Panhandle’s white-sand shores and beyond, here are the Sunshine State’s best beaches to visit.

Complete your ski-eats bucket list by sampling these delicious dishes

With a child-free week ahead of him, one dad decides to summit as many local peaks as he can. In the end, he learns something about adventure, accomplishment, and himself.

The clear goo is all over social media, on people's faces, and in their smoothies

These tips from longtime dynamic duos will take your climbing partnership to the next level

Not bringing ice cleats or crampons on an icy hike can be frustrating at best, and deadly at worst. Here’s how to know what you need—and some staff-tested recommendations fo what to buy.

Cleats strapped to my shoes let me get out on roads and trails no matter how slippery

Visitors were greeted with long lift lines and minimal open terrain at Park City ski resort when the ski patrol union went on strike. One dissatisfied guest has filed a class action lawsuit against parent company Vail Resorts, Inc., for ruining his family’s trip.

The invasive sea lamprey brought Great Lakes fishing to its knees in the fifties and sixties, until local communities and scientists battled back. The new film ‘The Fish Thief’ explores the fight.

When John Orth, a violin maker from Colorado, set out to break his own world record for the most pull-ups in 24 hours, he had no idea he was competing against a college kid from Virginia

A new study found that people who cram all their exercise into a couple of days a week—so-called weekend warriors—reap similar health benefits as people who work out throughout the week

Park Service officials are seeking public help to catch a driver who damaged the Eureka Valley Sand Dunes shortly after Christmas