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Outside magazine, February 1999 Swimming Because everyone can stand to go ballistic And While You’re At It … Try a pair of the new ergonomic hand paddles. The extra resistance helps develop upper-body strength and their shape helps you self-correct your stroke. Swim in…

Outside magazine, June 1996 Regimens The Weight Way to Shoulder Stability By Cory Johnson There are only two sure ways to prevent shoulder injuries this summer: work shoulder-strengthening exercises into your routine, or stay on the couch. “The unnatural strain of summer sports requires a specific…

The Trip-Finder, January 1999 Turkey Paddling the Turquoise Coast Outfitter Price Accommodations Travel in Style 888-466-8242, www.travel instyle.com $2,450 boat accommodations The Route: An active twist on the classic sailing trip via Turkish gullet: From the wooden “mother ship,”…

The Trip-Finder, January 1999 Panama Exploring the San Blas Islands Outfitter Price Accommodations Mountain Travel-Sobek 888-687-6235, www.mtso bek.com $2,590 camping, rustic lodging The Route: A 15-day, 80-mile sea-kayaking excursion from Isla Tigre to Kuanidup in the barrier islands that…

Outside magazine, February 1999 Paddling Tonic for the upper body, with a twist And While You’re At It … Do the following drill in a pool: Paddle 25 yards with smooth, long strokes, first balancing on your boat’s right edge, and then turning around to…