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 build speed. read more
Building a kicker for ski or snowboard jumps in the backcountry is not for the faint of heart or the beginning rider. You should already be confident with your skills in launching off kickers and landing jumps, as well as evaluating the avalanche hazard of a slope and traveling in groups in avalanche country. Having your buddies along to help shovel and pack… read more
Sprints are short running races where the speed of the run is generally valued over endurance. Sprinting is the act of running purely for speed. Common sprinting distances range from 60 to 400 meters. Sprinting can be a difficult task, even when you are specially trained, especially for longer distances. read more
What makes the perfect road running shoe is largely dependent upon how it feels on you--the runner. As Glen Gerner, owner of Wasatch Running Center in Sandy, Utah, points out: "There are so many subtle differences between shoes and so many preferences among runners that 10 runners can say different things about the same shoe model." Nevertheless, favorite ro… 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
Athletes who play a variety of sports have the desire to want to run faster. Those involved in sports such as football, baseball, basketball and track in which running plays an integral part can train to increase their speed. By using… read more
Never Summer has a reputation as one of the best, rider-built snowboard companies. The Never Summer Heritage snowboard is probably the most versatile, all-mountain board in Never Summer's lineup. The board features high-end constructio… read more
Quickening your stride will help you run faster, something almost every runner hopes to do. Also, by speeding up your cadence, you'll be running more efficiently; it will feel easier and you will be less prone to injury. read more
When snow's on the ground and temperatures fall below freezing, it's easy to get cabin fever and the winter blues. Many of us avoid the cold by staying indoors, but there are good reasons to stay active this time of year. Anglers can t… read more
While most dedicated skiers who need corrective lenses prefer to get goggles with prescription lenses, some skiers still prefer to wear their own glasses, then put a pair of goggles over them. Most manufacturers specify which goggles w… 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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