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Lots of things sucked this year. But there was a ton of good too!
There's a lot to learn about the good life from sommeliers and hot-air-balloon pilots
A wave of psychotherapists are treating patients by running with them
In which we unplug a generation of screen-addicted kids from their devices, give them freedom to roam (unsupervised!), help them make friends with animals, and show them that we, too, love to play outside
Most nutrition trends aren’t worth your time. But there are a few exceptions.
It takes a unique form of wilderness therapy to help people suffering from emotional trauma
Being outdoorsy is not without its risks. If I could travel through time, here's some of the advice I'd give my (seemingly) immortal and (definitely) ignorant 20-year-old self.
What does it take to land on our annual list of the country's best employers? Perks like on-tap kombucha, free gym memberships, and company-sponsored ski trips certainly help. But it's a commitment to fun and supportive work environments that really makes these companies stand apart.
Ross Edgley is in the middle of a 2,000-mile swim. Here's how that epic slog is affecting his skin, heart, and mind.
Okay, we'll admit it. Our office is, like, five minutes from a TJ's.
From virtual-reality meditation to infrared saunas, these are the latest innovations and insights for improving your well-being
Ben Greenfield has some extreme ideas for living healthy. The thing is, most of them work.
As America wrestles with high rates of suicide among military personnel and veterans, outdoor programs have been offered up as a promising treatment. Dan Sidles seemed like the ideal candidate: an Iraq War vet who suffered from PTSD, he tried to find a renewed sense of purpose through climbing and mountaineering. Ultimately, it wasn’t enough. Brian Mockenhaupt explores the final years of a tortured friend.
Eating habits of the world's best cyclocrossers
A new study bolsters the claim that afternoon or evening workouts can mess with sleep. But don’t panic just yet.
The renowned meditation teacher talks to Tim Ferriss about finding freedom and joy in the present
Our writer and favorite curmudgeon completed UC Berkeley's ten-week Science of Happiness online course. Did it make him happier? Not really. But he still came away with some important, if obvious, rules to live by.
Elite athletes are turning up the thermostat in pursuit of an edge
How to support a loved one who has witnessed something awful that changed their relationship to the outdoors
A massive new study confirms the mental health benefits of exercise. Don’t let the negative spin get you down.
Struggles with anxiety and depression can affect anyone—even the greatest performers in sports
The right products and five extra minutes can make a big difference
Devon Yanko was sexually abused as a teenager. It took hundreds of miles for her to run away from the trauma.
Eight products used by athletes and expert adventurers to protect their faces from the elements
There are more ways to mess up sun protection than just, you know, forgetting to use it
In his newest book, Rick Bass gins up hunger and answers some of life's biggest questions by feasting with the great ones
These pros spend their days in the high alpine and dry desert. Here's how they protect their skin.
A more restful night is just a wireless snore-neutralizing soundscape generator away
It's not just running. Two new studies confirm that weightlifting provides a similar boost to mental health.
Dauwalter just won the prestigious Western States Endurance Run in a blazing fast time. We can all learn something from her training philosophy.
A study of the stress-reducing powers of wilderness explores “levels of nature.”
After all, you shouldn't have to pay $20 for a class every time you want to get your stretch on
Or at least that's the thinking among the elite athletes who are adopting treatments that were once considered fringe. A former EMT turned acupuncturist weighs in on the movement.
The new Climbing Grief Fund will offer long-overdue tools for dealing with the pain of death in a community that is uniquely affected by it
How to know when it's OK to keep pushing and when you're better off taking it easy
The British and Canadian governments are tackling athlete mental illness. So why can't we?
The tennis superstar describes her favorite exercises and how she keeps a level head in tough moments, on and off the court.
If you pick the right class, it's an invaluable tool for building strength, flexibility, and resilience
Sometimes, when it comes to making progress it's the smartest choice you can make.
In short, nothing good—and just one bad night can trigger a cascade of side effects
Trick, bribe, deceive, repeat
Creating a workplace that truly makes us happy and healthy takes a lot more than standing desks and on-site yoga. Thankfully, new research has sparked a growing design revolution.
When extreme skier Adam Roberts was killed by an avalanche in the mountains of Washington State, some people wondered if he’d died on purpose. Christopher Solomon reconstructs a life in which athletic talent, fearlessness, and mental illness combined to create an unbearable reality.
Five times the size of Texas, the country offers a stunning array of options for getting lost. Here are eight of our favorite escapes.
In an era of specialization, a new study argues for diversifying your interests.
Time to dust off that soup pot. These recipes—from veggie-centric to downright meaty—will have you feeling warm, full, and happy in no time.
Evolution has made humans instinctually crave sugary, fatty, and salty foods. Here's how you can fight back.
Existentialism, rabbit holes, and the pursuit of happiness—with a hundred miles of singletrack and a foot of airy powder thrown in
Don't try to justify what we do in the outdoors. Just enjoy it.
A professional adventurer has to break a few eggs along the way—and, apparently, several bones and a skull. Mark Jenkins tallies up the most memorable injuries and mishaps from a life lived on the edge.
Maybe smashing objects is therapeutic. But there's only one way to find out.
Expensive stem-cell therapies are on the rise among recreational athletes, but don’t pull out your wallet just yet
In the name of citizen science, we peered inside the bellies of Outside staff—and seven elite athletes
Wondering how to ensure that your gut is healthy? We're here to answer your most pressing questions.
We know you’ve been lacking this year—here’s how to change that
Science is a slow-moving process. Don't fixate on bright-shiny objects at the expense of a few fundamental truths.
How do we know them already? Because we asked some of the brightest minds in the business.
At the University of Vermont, an unusual initiative wants to help students discover the benefits of well-rounded healthy living. Is it working?
Americans are spending more money than ever trying to be happy, but all signs say that we're still pretty miserable
The cofounders of the wildly popular program explain why the easiest way to get in better shape is to make healthy living a game
The Olympian and filmmaker on mastering work-life balance—a skill she learned the hard way
A new startup wants to take sports medicine digital. Is it a good idea?
We're partnering with the Los Angeles-based company to help you (and us) finally get fit
The diversity expert keeps essential oils and her kid’s sci-fi novel close by
Two new studies remind us of what we already know but sometimes forget
And don't let anyone make you believe differently
The company behind one of our favorite products just launched its Health Tag, a tiny tracker designed to stick with you 24/7
It sounds hokey, but it works in the lab—and for the greatest marathoner in the world
Hate craft beer? Dogs? Urinary tract infections? We have answers to some of the most pressing outdoors issues.
Former Navy SEAL doctor Kirk Parsley insists getting enough rest is the single most effective performance-enhancing habit
It's tough to maintain performance and well-being all the time. When the going gets tough, following these tips can help.
New approaches to wellness travel offer detoxifying spa treatments, nutritious meals, and awesome fitness options
You know you shouldn't be relying on them for every ache. Try these alternatives instead.
You might be able to stop them before they even happen
Nine life lessons from the ultra-endurance athlete and self-improvement guru
And maybe make yourself feel better, too
The new Watch is a more sophisticated fitness tracker than its predecessor, with an updated operating system, upgraded hardware, and cellular connectivity. But will it be enough to win over athletes?