Are you autistic and enjoy hiking, but find it difficult to navigate whether or not you should greet fellow hikers? Even some neurotypical people don’t care to do this. I never initiate a greeting on a hiking [...]
Overweight women without knee pain can enjoy trail running with these following guidelines. […]
It’s easy to say that the cause of low back ache after hiking is due to being “out of shape.” But incorrect use of a treadmill can be a contributing factor. […]
How many times have you seen on TV or in the movies a man and woman running away from danger, and he’s holding her hand every step of the way? […]
What’s the point of doing a side shuffle on a treadmill if you’re holding onto the rail? Why do able-bodied people feel they must hold on just because they’re walking sideways? […]
I hope you aren’t unwise enough to don the weighted backpack, jack up the treadmill incline, then HOLD ON as you “walk,” thinking you’re preparing yourself for a backcountry hike! I couldn’t believe what I [...]
Obese people can begin their hiking preparation safely inside a gym or even their home, but if they want to venture outdoors from the start, that’s fine too. […]
Fearing you won’t last on that upcoming grueling hike? This smart routine will prepare your body for handling the hills with grace. […]
Descending talus and scree slopes with agility and grace can be achieved by the athlete in YOU! […]
The use of walking sticks, including among older women, seems like more of a fad or gimmick than an orthopedic necessity. As a former personal trainer, I’m opposed to the use of walking sticks (hiking [...]
The human body wasn't born with trekking poles attached, so why should we use them when walking on scenic trails or even challenging hikes? However, the proponents of trekking poles for hiking swear that these devices [...]
Does femur length really matter when it comes to hiking efficiency? “Long femurs” refers to relative length of these bones to one’s overall height or leg length, and in the world of weightlifting, the issue [...]
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