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Researchers present new findings on mental fatigue, mental training, and the importance of your surroundings
A Black southerner who grew up during the dying years of Jim Crow journeyed north as a young man to pursue life as a writer and scholar. Fate brought him back, and he fell in love with a troubled part of the state known around the world as the birthplace of the blues.
The new Netflix series is road cycling’s best opportunity in decades to expand its audience
Chasing whitewater around the country has taught this couple how to maximize joy on the road to adventure
What storytelling around running can tell us about where the sport is headed
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A Montana trucker accidentally ran over the cub on a desolate stretch of road. Then, the mother bear showed up.
Wildfire seasons are getting worse. The increase in smoke is harming heart, lung, brain, and skin health.
Want all the data but none of the difficulty? Hammerhead has merged a smartphone-like experience, easy device integration, and intuitive customization into the ultimate route-planning device with its sleek Karoo 2 GPS cycling computer.
Recovery cookies? Count us in. These post-run snacks can be whipped up with little to no effort.
A certified personal trainer shares the best moves to help you build functional leg strength
From foraging wild asparagus to scouting for the perfect shot, these runners are proving there’s no wrong way to run
Ten products we used to get outside last month
Here are five ways to celebrate Global Running Day, even if you never knew it existed
A collection of essays about agriculture and water pollution, the latest survival reality show, a podcast about clothing, the new ’Legend of Zelda’ game, and more
The outdoor guide had lost their passion for adventure. The trip that was supposed to be their last brought it back.
We have lots of fun when things go smoothly, but he gets in terrible moods if they don’t
As America continues to grapple with political uncertainty and an uneasy relationship with the planet, the author and environmentalist makes the case for an expansive and inclusive grassroots movement
Adventures in national parks don’t end at sundown. We’ve found the best ways to explore after dark, from seeing the Northern Lights to Yooperlite hunting.
Who knew a spicy sushi roll could be the ideal lunch on the trail?
The features include new metrics for cyclists, improved cellular access data for hikers, and mood tracking for wellness enthusiasts
The third generation of Arc’teryx’s trail footwear fully reflects the famed quality, fit, and versatility of the Canadian outdoor apparel brand
The brand’s new campaign, featuring drag queen Pattie Gonia, struck a nerve with conservatives. The company’s continued support of the LGBTQ+ community despite the backlash has real impact.
An inspiring lineup of one-of-a-kind runners you’ll wish you heard of sooner
This one trick can get you out the door and into a routine of consistency and health, whatever life brings
‘Nothing’s for Free’ chronicles the history of freeride mountain biking
The transgender athlete found his strength in an unlikely place: on the reality competition show ‘The Climb’
In his new book ‘The Swine Republic,’ environmental scientist Chris Jones tells hard truths about Iowa’s agricultural industry and how its farming practices contaminate water thousands of miles away
This charming North Carolina mountain town has world-class dining, excellent beer, and plenty of mountains, rivers, and trails to explore
Head to South Dakota for an outdoor-centric road trip the kids will be telling stories about for years to come
Find bigger adventures (and smaller crowds) in America’s most under-the-radar national forest
Follow this meandering point-to-point tour through Southeast Montana’s most otherworldly and storied landscapes
Venture into a pristine world where wildlife roams by day and the cosmos comes completely alive by night
As the celeb chef gets ready to launch two new YouTube shows, he offers up his tried-and-true tools—and rules—of the grill
Here are the most important things to know before catching a flight for your next trail-running adventure
Finding biking after her divorce put the size-inclusive cycling advocate on a course to falling in love with herself again
Scientists consider the latest spikes, individual variability, and the pros and cons of training in racing shoes
This North Carolina destination is the ultimate in responsible outdoor adventure
This new propane-powered box gives you a compelling two-for-one deal in a tidy package
The ancient ritual turned TikTok trend is happening everywhere
This bulletproof, bear-spraying, drone-launching trailer is all the proof you need
Firing up the barbecue? This is the only sauce you’ll ever need.
Pasdawa Sherpa and Dawa Ongju Sherpa helped Norwegian climber Kristin Harila reach the highest summits in 2022. Their bitter breakup highlights a power disparity between Sherpas and the clients that hire them.
How much mileage should you be running? Two top coaches share helpful ways to think about the volume question so that you can find your optimal mileage number.
These simple dos and don’ts will yield success
A simple but delicious recipe to make sure barbecue season is a success
Instead of berating yourself for wasting away your time, focus your energy on these three key benefits
After an accident paralyzed her right arm, the motocross racer branched out—and achieved more than she ever dreamed
After a five-year hiatus, thru-hiking legend Heather “Anish” Anderson just set another FKT: the 250-mile section of the Appalachian Trail that runs through Pennsylvania. In this essay, she explores how her relationship with the sport has evolved over the past decade since her groundbreaking Pacific Crest Trail record in 2013.
Move over, spicy margarita. You’ve got collagen-filled competition.
These ten items caught our eyes at the 2023 show
When fitness influencer William Goodge ran across the country to raise money for charity, his feat received unprecedented scrutiny from hardcore running fans
The effort to reseed mollusks along Maine’s shorelines
There’s learning, connecting with self and others, and did we mention dance parties?
Here’s a look at the gear, tech, media, and general miscellany our Outside Run editors loved last month
2021 Outsider of the Year Steph Catudal’s new memoir, ‘Everything All at Once,’ offers a raw look inside the paradoxical landscape of grief and surrender, love and loss of her father, and nearly her husband, endurance athlete Tommy Rivs
Make money and do the planet a solid by embracing the circular economy
When the schoolteacher had a stroke, her doctor told her to stop running. Instead she embraced the sport with a newfound joy.
Here it is June and you’re still turning over travel plans? Come along with us, as we head out to see wolves, test our mettle on Tour de France ascents, trek across one of Colorado’s most photographed mountain passes, and generally get outside in big, bold ways this season.
A brisk journey to determine the top products in our Hike and Camp category
These were the products we couldn't wait to test
The brand with the hard-to-pronounce name has been making industry-leading sports shoes for 125 years
Gladys McGarey, MD, explains what we should all be doing to seek out happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives
What’s better than a post-hard-workout shower? The perfect beer to go with it.
Some blame the weather, while others point the finger at the economic trends that are shaping Himalayan mountaineering
Turn that vacay into a trail-running foray with these popular destination races
Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi’s new film, ‘Wild Life,’ captures the saga of Doug and Kristine Tompkins, whose devotion to conservation and each other led to the creation of extraordinary national parks in Chile and Argentina
At the end of my mother’s struggle with Alzheimer’s disease, I realized I needed to handle my sorrow the same way I approached athletic training
These science-backed hacks can help you lower your stress levels almost instantly
The writer learned to have patience with himself after a catastrophic first day as an amateur sheepherder
Our national parks are celebrating the season (aren’t we all?) with fun and immersive special events. We've mapped out our favorites, from photo classes to great music to getting dirty helping on a trail day.
In 2016, a wildfire jumped the Athabasca River and headed straight for Fort McMurray, an Alberta oil town 600 miles south of the Arctic Circle. In this excerpt from ‘Fire Weather: A True Story from a Hotter World,’ John Vaillant chronicles the moment the blaze enters town, forcing nearly 90,000 people to flee in what remains the largest, most rapid single-day evacuation in the history of modern fire.
From the mighty St. Lawrence River to ocean exploration, summer and fall in Québec are all about enjoying nature on and around the water
Foam isn't supposed to be painful. Here's how to roll out your muscles the right way without hurting yourself.
The ultrarunner and endurance skier is open to whatever the mountain gives her—she wants to experience a new adventure and inspire other women to do the same
You’ve probably never appreciated hang time like this before
Race director Megan DeHaan partners ultrarunning and agriculture to celebrate and protect open space
Tips and tricks to keeping your food safe and your camp bear-free
From outdoor adventure to sampling local food culture, here’s how to enjoy the Green Mountain State