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Over the past ten years, more than 160 Tibetans have committed self-immolation—the act of setting yourself on fire—to protest Chinese occupation of their country. Has this had any lasting effect? In an extraordinary journey to Dharamsala, India, the center of Tibetan culture in exile, a journalist and a scholar talk to family members about the meaning and costs of the ultimate political sacrifice.
This basic, effective workout will build functional strength in key arm muscles
The siblings essentially crossed finish lines together in high school track. Moving far apart and facing their own demons, they found that the bond of running holds fast.
Summer jams can't last forever. The Highwomen lead the way on our mix for fall road trips and campouts.
America's parks are confronting the past in an effort to create more inclusive wilderness spaces
These simple packing steps will go a long way (like, 2,000 miles long) to making you a less burdened traveler
Staff members of Marie Stopes International navigate wild bulls, treacherous singletrack, and rushing rivers to make long-term birth control accessible to some of the hardest-to-access places in Nepal
After a climbing partner became ill, high winds stranded Yev Krasnitskiy and his team on the upper reaches of Mount Rainier for five days with no way to go but up
High-end electric roadies are cool, but they won't reverse cycling's decline. What will? Affordable, urban-oriented models.
Urban riding is the greatest adventure. We just need to make it even more accessible.
The former downhill champ has had his fair share of spills—and he likes to show them off
From troubleshooting an active engine light to naming that mountain in the distance, download these tools for a fun, stress-free road trip
Our guide for which mega ski pass is the best one for you
Whether you want to chase early-season powder in the Rockies or lobster rolls in New England, we've got your perfect road trip to end the year on a high note
The quality of your habits determines the quality of your life. Here's your step-by-step guide.
What we teach our kids about nutrition can impact them for the rest of their lives
Katie Boué started practicing No Social Sundays and reclaimed her time
Two new studies on beet juice and VO2max highlight the limitations of sports science research that excludes female athletes
Forget about the booked-months-in-advance sites inside the parks. These nearby campgrounds guarantee availability, quiet, and solitude.
Making your own delicious performance beverage is as cheap as it is easy
Together, Joy and her grandson Brad have driven more than 25,000 miles through 38 states—and they're not done yet
Take care of your blade, and your blade will take care of you
You can take it with you—if you put it in a flask. This guide to flask cocktails shows you how.
Flexible, strong hamstrings are happy hamstrings
In 'The Outlaw Ocean,' Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Ian Urbina explores the sprawling systems of abuse and corruption that rule the high seas
Here's how to tell if you're getting enough of this essential, overlooked nutrient
Believers in Mass Timber say smaller trees are the ultimate renewable construction material, but only if we learn to be smarter farmers and builders
Figuring out how long, how often, and when to train in the mountains remains an art for endurance athletes
A new meta-study, which followed 267,000 people, sheds a few answers
Yes, fall in the northeast equals peak foliage. But the season also offers up an abundance of uncrowded adventures in the mountains, on lakes, and along the coast.
After I lost 20 pounds and my red-blood-cell count dropped to dangerous levels, doctors finally knew what the problem was. But no one knew how to fix it.
Add these nine moves to your gym routine
In August, Randy Scott was slapped with a fine and a restraining order against bears for feeding the animal along the Alaska Highway. Jokes about his punishment went viral, but the reality of his actions is far more serious.
A strong back is key to just about every sport—and can help you out even when you're deskbound
Because demoing bikes and gear, exploring great locations, and celebrating afterward with new friends, craft beer, and music is way more fun than riding alone
Patricia McNeal biked across America five years after surviving a stroke. And she's going to do it again.
John Olson has been on the water for nine decades—and he's still working
A good diet is a balance of nutrition, flexibility, and giving your body what it needs
An expert's guide to sticking it out through pain and suffering
Simple, reliable, and affordable: the age of practical solar power for your adventuremobile has arrived
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How a 21-year-old and her pet snake took YouTube by storm
'How to Be a Family' and 'Uncharted' give unvarnished views of family travel from two very different perspectives
When Baltimore Jack died near Franklin, North Carolina, the news shook the Appalachian Trail community. Jack had left behind the real world to live on the AT, thru-hiking it seven times and helping countless others to reach their goals. To some, his choice to live off the grid was irresponsible. Others celebrated that he'd managed to break the shackles of convention. A look back on the life of an AT antihero.
The physiological and psychological responses to different types of interval workout depend on the details
Cars may have driven us apart, but we’re natural allies. Here’s how to do your part to heal the divide.
John Joesph's diet is key to his longevity—both on the stage and in races
Science says you should eat a popsicle
A historical analysis of world-record pacing suggests that beating your own best time can be complicated
7 exercises to improve strength, stability, and resilience for the trail
But it is probably farther than you want it to be
A professional videographer shares his years of knowledge on how to make sure your devices arrive in one piece
Geologists have captured the low, deep hum of Castleton Tower near Moab
In April, alpinists David Lama, Jess Roskelley, and Hansjörg Auer went silent during a harrowing expedition in Canada. The climbing community mobilized, first for a search and then for a memorial. In the wake of the tragedy, writer Nick Heil examines the motives of cutting-edge climbers and wonders: How close should we stand to our own mortality to feel alive?
The demands of being a celebrity chef forced the former professional mountain biker to abandon the sport completely, but he's back in the saddle now
Actor Kevin Nealon, star and host of the YouTube show Hiking with Kevin, talks about taking celebrities into nature
With just a few affordable additions—and an admittedly dangerous method—you can create flawless results using just a humble kettle grill
From the French Alps to the Scottish Highlands, the iconic street-trials rider still makes time for the trails
The leaders who have grown it into a nationwide organization talk about where they aim to take it next
How to handle ego in its many (sometimes potentially deadly) forms
Hint: it's about introducing just the right amount of chaos
The science is clear, right? Not so fast, according to, well, science.
The official Ursus of fire prevention ought to move from figurehead to spokesbear—and wearing a little Nomex wouldn't hurt either
Yes, raw speed helps. But it isn’t everything.
This is what nightmares are made of
Because we all need a little encouragement sometimes
The Canadian pilot has summited Mount Everest, biked the Arctic, and rowed across the Atlantic
Reachable only by boat, this remote Pacific atoll is inhabited by descendants of a footloose Englishman. The idyllic vibe is unmistakable, but it's tested by the realities of living in a very vulnerable place in a warming world.
How to explore the western rivers and wilderness on the route of legendary explorer John Wesley Powell
Two new books show the scary and whimsical sides of our constant outdoor companions
Morgan's Diner doesn't charge a dime for a gourmet meal, but it'll still cost you
Eight one-of-a-kind events for those who aren't into the standard swim, bike, run