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To figure out how your body will respond in hot conditions, consider your “physiological equivalent temperature”
When excruciating ankle pain threatened to sideline her ski season, one of our hard-charging editors tried Lazarus Naturals' CBD balm as a last resort. It worked—even though she still doesn't know how.
Many of us have long dismissed this gentle, approachable activity for more adrenaline-pumping forms of exercise. We've been missing out—big-time.
How a dog and a fly rod can be the perfect prescription
'Hydrotherapy,' from Friction Collective, highlights the benefits of cold-water swimming
You can do more with this simple training tool than you think
Photographer Ben Moon spent much of his twenties living in a van and climbing by the ocean, but at 29, he was diagnosed with cancer
The cycling world has turned its eye toward an obscure challenge called Everesting
How Colorado-based mountaineer Erin Parisi is preparing to bag all seven peaks
Maybe the debilitating effects of chronic overtraining syndrome are in your muscles after all, not your head or your hormones
Nestled in Chattahoochee Hills southwest of Atlanta, the Serenbe community is designed to deliver everybody's favorite buzzword: wellness. You can't argue with the gourmet wine dinners, leafy walking trails, and goat yoga, but be aware that Paradise doesn't come cheap.
Doctors take an oath to do no harm. But in her book, 'Sex Matters,' emergency medicine physician Alyson McGregor explains how doctors are unintentionally harming women by practicing a model of medicine based on men.
To perform the ultimate lower-body move, you need to follow this progression
Miss your go-to barre studio or lifting weights at the gym? Bring some structure into your living-room workouts with these videos that are Outside tested and approved.
Physiologists from around the world share their pet theories and crazy ideas on what it will take to break records
After a monthslong search, a buckwheat-filled pillow helped one editor finally sleep comfortably
Zwift, track workouts, and more keep 47-year-old Jon Brown ready for next winter
A new study of female athletes sees big strength gains from twice-a-week lifting
Most endurance events are canceled for the summer, but Spartan Race will hold its first event since the pandemic from June 13 to 14 in Florida
Having a solid routine is more important than ever
Researchers put the four main running power devices through a series of tests and picked a clear winner
Inversions might seem intimidating at first, but the handstand pose is an attainable goal for any active person with the right mindset
They're not more tired than the rest of us, according to a new study—they're just better at sleeping
It's fair to be skeptical of instant coffee. But after tasting Laird Instafuel, even one of our coffee-snob editors has been converted.
How Sarah Herron found herself in the mountains, then helped others do the same
Learn to quiet your mind to improve your day, your night, and your game
The Leadville 100 is an iconic mountain-bike event that puts racers through a course covering 100 miles and 12,000 feet of elevation change
Beth Rodden opens up about her decades-long struggle with her body and climbing
Anna Levesque uses yoga to slow down and fight self-doubt
One day, Michael Shattuck started to run. He liked it, so he ran longer, sometimes for as many as 65 hours each week. He never wanted to stop. What was he running from?
Brittany Griffith says now is the perfect time to have some fun with your diet
New research explores why you go slower and feel worse, even though you’re pushing as hard as usual
Many male athletes struggle with eating disorders. By sharing his personal experience, Lightner hopes to let others know they are not alone.
Walking is a challenge for Duncan Booth—it's awkward and uncomfortable—but when he hops on an e-bike, everything changes
Wouldn't it be great if there was a technique that would allow us to vanquish fear and beat back stress?
New research on mental fatigue suggests that even elite runners perform worse after a 45-minute computer task
Last week a paper suggested that runners and cyclists need much more than six feet. The report went viral, and backlash ensued. But there was some legitimate science behind the claims.
The American Mountain Guides Association published tips on how outdoor professionals can use "psychological first aid" to stay mentally healthy during these challenging times. But the advice is useful for all of us during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
During the pandemic, everything happens on video chat—including exercising with strangers from the comfort of your home
Build strength, train cardio, and break a sweat at home with minimal equipment
New research suggests that the lactate produced by hard interval workouts alters the hormones that determine your appetite
Stop worrying about weight gain. The pandemic gives you enough to think about.
So-called "flush drownings" lack an obvious cause like getting trapped underwater. Researchers now believe water temperature is a key factor.
Simple steps every runner can take to keep things fresh, build momentum, and reach goals.
Sean MacCormac says the keys to his success are ballet and breathing through the panic
Tricks to making your home workout as easy—and productive—as possible
Nick Giacomini went from being a Bay Area burnout to a yoga celebrity. His career is also a window into long-standing debates about yoga and cultural appropriation in the U.S.
8 minimalist strength exercises from alpinist Anna Pfaff, for when you're waiting out the weather—or a pandemic
Build explosive power with this simple routine from professional athlete Braydon Bringhurst
Train like a pro with these safe and simple hang-board workouts
Develop explosive power and speed by training muscles to produce maximum force in the shortest possible time with these plyometric exercises
Some sports scientists believe that a measure called the "acute-to-chronic workload ratio" can predict your risk of injury. But critics aren't so sure.
Sitting all day wreaks havoc on the body. Here's how to reset and recenter.
Jeremiah Bishop is still riding strong and staying healthy without a spring race schedule
Turning to technology may be the best way to get a workout in as we continue to practice social distancing
For endurance athletes, new research suggests that different pre-race rituals, or even no warm-up at all, give pretty much the same results
Products and companies offering a quick and easy immunity boost aren't going to help, but these three everyday practices might
When the long-running TV game show relaunched in January, it promised a kinder, gentler version suited for the current health climate. It didn't deliver.
'Session with the Best' showcases two top climbers, Sean Bailey and Nathaniel Coleman, as they practice at the USA Climbing Training Center
Men suffer higher rates of suicide and drug abuse than women. Many are anxious and lonely—and, as a result, they’re all too often angry and violent. Wilderness Collective thinks the solution lies in open spaces, UTVs, and fireside talks. But is that enough?
Our writer tests out a novel “natural performance enhancer”: breathing through your nose. It's harder than it sounds.
This world champion says you can get into surf shape without ever catching a wave
Build your balance with this essential workout—no beam necessary
Nobody gets a free pass to sit all day, but new research on how sitting affects your arteries offers some encouraging news for cyclists
If you're cooped up indoors and looking to move your body, try one of these routines
The Venture Out Project celebrates the LGBTQ community through backpacking trips throughout the U.S.
Russian women got slower after the Athlete Biological Passport was introduced in 2012. Anti-doping officials think they know why.
Emerging research suggests that you should embrace the steam
Nutritionist and journalist Christy Harrison makes a case against the state of nutrition in America in her new book, 'Anti-Diet'
Tinker Juarez continues to compete against—and beat—athletes half his age
A new spin on a classic, courtesy of ultrarunner Stephanie Howe Violett
New lab data from a record-setting 59-year-old offers insights on how we age—and, potentially, how to avoid it
The ice climber, kayaker, and paraglider continues to explore uncharted territories into his fifties
Yes, it's serious, and it's time to start taking some practical precautions
In a new column, Dr. Brian Cole answers readers' questions about over-the-counter meds and weak ankles
Outside's go-to physician, Dr. Brian Cole, weighs in on anxiety, headaches, and poor posture, in his Ask a Doctor column