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  • Training for Successful Trail Running

    Trail running is a great way to get in superior shape and see the beauty of nature all in one outing. The goal is to run effortlessly along the trails, taking in the sights and sounds of nature around you. With a few simple training strategies, you'll be able to train successfully for trail running and enjoy many hours safely on the trails. read more

  • The Best Running Socks for Blisters

    Blisters on the feet can be an unsightly and painful result of running in moist, cotton or poorly-fitted socks. However, blisters are easily treatable and can be prevented by wearing proper socks while exercising. Many sock brands offer technologically-advanced socks made of synthetic materials (such as CoolMax) that help prevent blisters by wicking moisture… read more

  • The Best Berkley Green Fishing Line

    Berkley has been making fishing line since 1959 with the introduction of the Trilene series. Since that time, Berkley has expanded its product line to include various colors of fishing line which includes the popular green color. read more

  • Snowboard Dryland Training

    Staying in shape is essential for any serious snowboarder, but many athletes don't have year-round access to snowy slopes. If you need to find a way to stay in shape during dry months, consider a training program that will have your core and essential muscles in shape and ready when snowboarding season arrives. read more

  • How to Fish the Kenai

    The Kenai Peninsula in south central Alaska is world famous for abundant catches of the most popular species of salmon--coho, sockeye and king salmon--and freakishly large rainbow trout. Try these tips for fishing the Kenai Peninsula, where you can also revel in one of the most beautiful natural areas in the world. read more

Related Long Runs Articles & Videos

  • How to Increase Running Speed

    In this article you will learn how to pick up the pace while running. There are several things that affect running speed. Changing your workout schedule so that you exercise your body from several different angles is a great way to bui… read more

  • Essential Trail Running Equipment

    A great way to enjoy the outdoors and get in shape is trail running. Through trail running you'll see more of the trail in a few hours than you could see on an all-day hike. The best way to enjoy trail running to its fullest is with th… read more

  • How to Catch Striped Bass

    Striped bass are a game fish that originate along the Atlantic coast and rivers that empty into the Atlantic. Although striped bass originate in salt water, they are easily adaptable to fresh water and have been successfully introduced… read more

  • How to Train for a Marathon

    Training to successfully complete the 26.2 miles of a full marathon requires months of faithful effort. Although there's no single program to suit the ability, needs and goals of every runner, following key concepts can help anyone cro… read more

  • How to Eat Before Running a 10K

    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… read more

  • The Best Fly Fishing Reels

    Fly fishing anglers demand tackle that can hold up to rigors of fighting large fish on light tackle. Modern fly reels are lighter, more durable and have silky smooth drags thanks in large part to modern manufacturing techniques. read more

  • Restaurants in Congers, New York

    Congers is in Rockland County, New York. It is bordered by DeForest Lake on the west and the Hudson River and Palisades Interstate Park on the east. There also two lakes in Congers itself, Congers Lake and Swartwont Lake. DeForest Lake… read more

  • The Best Running Shoes for High Arches

    Runners with high-arch feet need running shoes that are categorized as "neutral-cushioned." These type of shoes have plenty of midsole cushioning with little medial support. They are meant for runners with normal to high-arched foot st… read more

  • How to Become Faster for Track

    Track is a versatile field of competition, frequently featuring races as short as 60 meters and as long as 10 kilometers. Consequently, these different types of races require entirely different approaches to training and becoming faste… read more

  • Campgrounds on Crow Wing River in Minnesota

    Minnesota's Crow Wing River flows through a chain of 10 lakes, starting in Hubbard County and ending at Crow Wing State Park in Crow Wing County. The river flows for 90 miles until it meets up with the Mississippi in the state park. Th… read more

  • The Best Fishing Reels for Bass Fishing

    Bass fishing, for either largemouth or smallmouth, is popular across the entire country, and many manufacturers make tackle specifically designed for the sport. Bass fishing reels are generally divided into three broad categories, comp… read more

  • Resorts Along the Pacific Coast in Washington

    At 350 miles and boasting the longest beach in the United States, Washington state's Pacific Coast features everything from rocky shorelines to old-growth forest. Highway 101 runs for much of the coastline, and visitors can choose fro… read more

  • How to Attach Fishing Line to Tip-Ups

    Ice fishing tip-ups require a different kind of fishing line. The line on an ice fishing tip-up is typically a braided nylon or Dacron type that is much thicker than monofilament. Normal, thin monofilament fishing line would cut throug… read more

  • State Parks & Hiking Trails in North Carolina

    North Carolina state parks feature varying terrains as well as diverse land and water structures. Hikers can view diverse plant and animal life along the way, including red fox and coyote in Carolina Beach State Park. Challenge yoursel… read more

  • The Best Distance Running Shoes

    Shoes are a key element of running, whether you run a few blocks to catch the bus or run marathons every weekend. Never is the cushioning, stability and support provided by a running shoe more important than when you're running great d… read more

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    Backcountry Camping Tips

    Backcountry Camping Tips

    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...

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    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    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...

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    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    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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