Is this your first 10K race? Or is it the first 10K for which you hold ambitious finish time goals? Eating properly can give you a leg up. To be at peak condition when the start gun pops, eat a balanced healthy diet during training and especially the day before your big race. A 10K race is a distance event, and you need stamina more than super-quick speed. I… read more
If this is your first marathon, you may think there are all sorts of complicated rules for getting ready. It's comforting to find out, from the time you make the momentous decision, that training has many facets, all based on common sense. So the truth about eating before a marathon is to eat nutritiously. read more
Hypothermia occurs when your core body temperature, which typically averages 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, drops below 95 degrees. You should be capable of taking action to help yourself survive mild to moderate hypothermia. Once you have severe hypothermia, it's very unlikely that you'd be able to take action for yourself. In that case, you'd have to depend on t… read more
Whether planning a multiday camping and hiking trip or simply enjoying an afternoon on the trails, no packing list is complete without certain items. These items not only add a measure of comfort to the experience, but also provide relief in the event of an emergency. In the woods, issues such as foul weather and physical injury can quickly arise. A well-pac… read more
Every thorough camping supplies checklist includes a number of essentials. In camping, essentials are those items that keep you safe, warm, fed and provided for in case of an emergency. In the woods, adverse situations, such as bad weather or a sprained ankle can occur at any moment. Adding essentials to your pack prepares you to tackle anything that comes y… read more
If you're an avid runner who enjoys challenging yourself while getting fit, then a half marathon could be just the thing for you. While not as difficult as training for a full marathon, a half marathon still requires weeks of preparati… read more
If you've ever embarked on a weight-loss diet, you've undoubtedly run into a variety of diets that feature high-protein, low-protein, low-fat, high-fat, high-carbohydrate or low-carbohydrate diet plans. While many of the diets are base… read more
Trail mix has long been an essential snack of outdoor enthusiasts and city-dwellers alike. Because trail mix is so customizable, the nutritional value of each batch varies widely. Like so many things in life, you get out of trail mix e… read more
Calorie counting can be a very useful tool in losing, gaining or maintaining weight. Knowing how to count calories is simple, and it can be an effective way to control your weight when exercising or dieting. read more
Spending time in wilderness areas can provide a wonderful sense of peaceful isolation. Often we get so excited about the prospect of getting out of town that some sensibilities slip the mind. It is always better to be prepared when h… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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