When the weather gets cold and nasty and there's 3 feet of snow on the ground, it's easy to come up with excuses for not continuing your running program. Snowshoe running can help you continue your fitness program all year round. Snowshoe running offers the same benefits of walking and jogging and can help you control your weight, maintain muscular strength… read more
According to Estrella Reed at helium.com, about 13 percent of Americans suffer from exercise induced asthma and about 20 percent of elite U.S. athletes have EIA. Even athletes with no other form of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease may suffer with EIA. With a little knowledge and an ounce of prevention, this condition can be controlled. read more
You're most likely to encounter snowshoe running or jogging as a fitness endeavor, a competitive racing event, or as part of a snowshoe softball game. Some athletes, such as runners or triathletes, may also use snowshoe running to cross train. The extra weight of the snowshoes, paired with increased resistance from snow and the varied terrain one can easily… read more
Women have numerous options for snowshoe models. Women's snowshoes are available in a variety of sizes and styles with models for running, light hiking and load bearing use. Women's snowshoes should be durable, lightweight, easy to enter and exit and comfortable on long hikes. Snowshoes should also be easy to adjust for different boot sizes and have straps t… read more
For many, the winter is the worst 3 months of the year, equating to icy, inclement weather and being cooped up inside the house watching reruns of '80s sitcoms. For those with a little more determination and zeal, the winter can be among the best times of year to enjoy outdoor recreation. It's the only time of year that you'll have access to features like sn… read more
One of the great joys of snowshoeing is gliding down a steep hill that is covered with several feet of freshly fallen snow. For a brief period of time, the sensation actually feels like you are floating through air, but your experience… 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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