Your kayak paddle is arguably your most important piece of kayaking gear. Your paddle will control how comfortable you feel in your boat and how effectively you are able to use your boat. Its length will determine your balance and your speed, and its shape will determine your grace and maneuverability. Use the information below to help choose a paddle tha… read more
Kayaking can be a demanding water sport that occasionally causes minor injuries such as sprains, tendinitis, muscular pain and bruises. These injuries can be caused by a variety of problems in and out of the water. The more common kayaking injuries like sprained shoulders and wrists and lower back pain are typically caused by overuse and strain due to repeti… read more
Whether you are seeking to improve your lower back flexibility to improve your posture, increase overall flexibility or ease existing lower back pain you may be relieved to know that the only equipment necessary is a firm floor. When stretching, perform the movements slowly and avoid jerking or bouncing into position. Stretching exercises should not cause pa… read more
You need strong and flexible hips to enjoy the vast array of outdoor recreational activities. Imagine trying to ski, scale a rock wall or give a mountain bike trail your all if your hips aren't in good shape. Add hip flexor exercises to your regular routine to prepare your body to meet any challenge. read more
Even if you are constantly hiking, biking or otherwise on the go, you may not be reaping the full benefits of your active lifestyle. Perhaps your workouts are too short and infrequent. Maybe they don't include all the elements that will maximize your benefits. To get into or stay in tip-top shape, follow a few weekly fitness tips. read more
Trekking poles have some great health benefits. They add another dimension to a hiking workout. Invest in a pair with an adjustable-length feature to maximize the benefits you can achieve. read more
Trekking poles are quite popular among European hikers. In the late 90s, trekking poles started to gain popularity in the American outdoor scene as well. While poles help hikers maintain balance and have ancillary purposes (like suppor… read more
Whitewater kayaking is a strenuous sport that involves paddling a kayak on a whitewater river or a moving body of water that can range from gentle to dangerous. The sport requires a lot of upper- and lower-body strength, balance, endur… 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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