This yoga sequence builds upper body strength and eases tension and stiffness

We asked the experts—and this is the one trail you can't miss in each of the 61 U.S. national parks

Despite being one of the most popular destinations in the U.S., the Smokies make it easy to plan a last-minute trip and avoid crowds year-round. Here’s our definitive guide on what to know before you go, how to make the most of all the park has to offer, and can’t-miss experiences in every season.

‘Alone: Frozen’ wrapped up on Thursday, and the series crowned a female champion for the first time

Meet an amazing man who has dedicated his entire adult life to stone skipping, sacrificing everything to produce world-record throws that defy the laws of physics. To hear him tell it, he has no choice.

This central California park is one of the hottest, driest, and lowest places in the country. It's also one of the most beautiful—a place where sculptural canyons, undulating sand dunes, abundant wildlife, and a luminous sky abound.

Outside visits every state in the U.S. to find the best parks—national or state—in every region. What park made the cut in your state?

These exercises will help you stand tall—and boost your athleticism

When pain happens, sometimes your instinct is to not move at all. Research suggests that's not always the right answer.

The latest ‘Alone’ winner shares stories from surviving in Labrador and details behind preparing for the show

Those iconic bulbous boulders, lucid skies, and namesake trees are mere backdrops to a Californian desert playground filled with jaw-dropping vistas, dynamic hiking trails, and that famous grippy rock. Here’s everything you need to know to explore it.

Season nine became a starvation contest, and the cast member who could conserve the most calories won

Here’s how to make the most out of a visit to one of the wildest places in the U.S., from kayaking to birding to fishing and so much more

Buying into this belief can do harm to our relationship with food and our bodies

Long-standing rules for how we do our business in the wilderness are changing in a very big way—and it’s about time

As an out-of-control blaze approached their home, a couple made what seems like a crazy choice: they ignored evacuation orders and stood their ground.

Native scholar weighs in on the United Nations’ suggestion that Indigenous knowledge might help us survive the climate disaster

Joey Santore is a tattooed ex-punk who is self-taught in the sciences. Which might explain why he’s getting so many people to care about plants.

Follow our 12-week, effort-based plans to achieve your half-marathon goals and have a great race experience

On snow as in life, it’s important not to look like a bozo, and for new skiers, handling long, clunky boards is the original challenge. Ignore the hecklers—there’s more than one way to do it right. 

All over America’s ancient eastern mountains, there’s an organism that lives underground, tethered to tree roots, waiting to be hunted. It’s among the world’s rarest and most expensive foods, and it grows in a wide range of conditions. But there’s only one guy in the country who really knows how to find it. Rowan Jacobsen joins him in the search for the Appalachian truffle.

Is it possible to add heat to normal tent efficiently and effectively—without starting a fire? I spent the past two years finding out.

Make sure to include these smart, specific workouts in your half marathon training to land you that PR.

Our culture columnist recommends six of the most interesting newsletters out there—from thru-hiking dispatches to Neko Case’s reflections on nature

A revered figure in modern climbing literature, Katie Ives is known for her intense work ethic and for encouraging writers who weren’t always invited to the club. In her first book, she explores how the physical and fantastical aspects of big peaks have, for centuries, inspired human dreams.

Speedwork need not be a mystery — here are all the basic types of speed workouts and how to add them to your training to become a faster runner.

With summer here, we’re getting back into ambitious recreation, and that means a return to grit, sweat, and serious post-fun scrubbing. Cleanliness connoisseur Danielle Sepulveres explains how these wetdowns can create memories all their own.

Three distinct types of progression runs — that finish faster than started — to incorporate into your training plans, plus their unique benefits.

They don’t need to be huge—just big enough to store all your gear and all your dreams

It’s not just the gear purchases—it’s how we think about the future. Here’s the Outside guide to getting your financial $hit together, no selling out required.

Camping solo may not always be easy, but it'll always be worth it

A shortage of places to camp is hurting the environment and limiting diversity in the outdoors. But there are some innovative solutions on the table.

For two years, I logged nearly 70 snack varieties in a spreadsheet on my search for the perfect adventure snack

Some #vanlife upgrades are worth the money. Others are not.

In an excerpt from ‘In Search of Mycotopia,’ a new book about different communities exploring the multiple uses of fungi and mushrooms, the author goes foraging with William Padilla-Brown, a rising star in the mycological movement

We’ve been testing skis for decades. These are our all-time favorites for groomers, backcountry bowls, and everything in between.

And here’s how you can do it yourself at home, step-by-step

From the outside, things seemed perfect for the former world extreme skiing champion: he had a family, a successful guiding business, and unending adventure out his front door in Valdez, Alaska. But something dark festered beneath the surface.

Take care of your waterproof soft goods with these expert tips

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Know the risks, the terrain, and the gear you need before your maiden voyage into the backcountry

The Selk'bag is here to help you survive a pandemic winter

How does the 2021 Basecamp X measure up to #vanlife?

The Platypus GravityWorks 4.0 is the best filter of its kind

Why speed workouts are important, guidelines for doing them effectively, and a 7-week progression to build your speed.

Keep warm this winter by harvesting fuel yourself

Follow these tips to avoid excessive burping, gurgling, and nausea

These maps are packed with information about current conditions. All you need to know is how to interpret them.

What to do when you're on an outdoor adventure and disaster strikes

It's the lightest backpacking meal—and one of the easiest and tastiest

This is the single finest example of a go-anywhere family wagon ever created

From a cult-favorite publisher launching a national-parks series to a Kevin Costner–narrated app, these five new releases are reinventing the traditional field guide

Everything you need to know about how to eat for a successful and enjoyable cross country season.

The popular running lids can't always take the heat. These are the exceptions.

Wim Hof's teachings about breath work and the health benefits of cold plunges have attracted millions of followers who swear it has cured everything from depression to diabetes and makes them happier and stronger. Our writer traveled to Iceland (naturally) for a deep dive with the man and his methods.

Flashlights have flooded the market. Here's how to choose the best one for you.

You can tell a lot about a person by the bike they ride

The ursine inhabitants of the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center test dozens of containers each year to see if they're worthy of bear-proof certification

Armenians and Turks have a long and hostile history that includes a genocide. On a cross-country journey in 2006, two young cyclists formed a bond that bridged this fraught past.

We asked a professional chef and a nutritionist to evaluate ten meals. Here's what rose to the top.

This pastoral stretch of the Southern Appalachian mountains in Virginia is packed with hiking, fishing, road biking, and other adventures—if you know where to look

A tale about two-wheeled island hopping in the midnight sun

The secret? Glue.

The key is to go all out on the things you feel comfortable doing

The perfect DIY activity for car camping or even an evening in your own backyard

This expert advice will help you get out of a rut and take your skills to a new level

From Alabama to Wyoming, we found the best off-grid sites for chilling out, escaping the hordes, and finding adventure

You're never too old—or too good—to brush up on your technique

This three-move bodyweight routine is all you need to improve athletic ability

Five campsites with views worth the drive

How the practice continues to comfort the former big-wall climber after a life-changing spinal injury

Researchers have identified an alarming lack of books about Black children in nature. Diversifying your bookshelf can help kids find themselves in literature—and the outdoors.

With stormchasing tours more popular than ever, our writer set out to discover why this risky pastime is once again taking off

From international hot spots to backyard breaks, here's where you’ll find the reigning women's world surf champ riding waves

A new school of social-media influencers are giving hunting a fresh and decidedly female face. Our writer joins two rising stars of “huntstagram” in the Arizona backcountry to chase mule deer for her first time—and see if she can stomach what it takes to be an omnivore.

A handful of apps are rebranding the menstrual cycle as a female athlete's untapped superpower. Here's what you need to know about them.

No, you don't have to eat freeze-dried food in the woods

It worked better than I thought it would

Artist Jackson Stell is crafting music that captures the ecstatic feelings we have when we venture into the natural world

There's no such thing as one best knife