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Fitness
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Backpacking
Tips for Hiking with Chronic Back Pain
Four out of five Americans will suffer from back pain at some point in their lives making it one of the most common physical health problems in the United States. Some causes of back pain are inevitable such as aging or genetics, but other causes can be avoided such as injury and strain. Luckily, there […]
1 min read · Nov 2, 2017 · Ian Campbell
Backcountry Skills
This is How You Should Always Take a Break While You Hike
After a long day snowshoeing on a trail or making your way up a steep mountain side, your body tends to get tired. Often times, a lot of the pain and soreness happens at the beginning of the hike, which can prevent people from carrying on. It’s not until later that the muscles work up […]
1 min read · May 29, 2017 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
How to Go From the Sofa to the Summit in 2 Weeks
Thanks to Alex from Fitter Faster for this contribution. In a recent stretch of my life I became the supreme ruler of my couch: the Sofa King. Outside my window were the mountain peaks that marked the edge of my domain, and only one thought passed through my mind: how do I get up there? […]
1 min read · Mar 7, 2016 · Alex Gordon
Backcountry Destinations
Are You Up For This 100 Mile Hiking Challenge?
If you’re looking to get in shape with an exciting hiking challenge, then one of America’s most popular trails has something awesome to offer this year. In celebration of the National Park Service’s 100th anniversary, the North Country Trail Association is getting together to bring hikers everywhere the 100 Mile Hiking Challenge. It won’t be easy, […]
1 min read · Mar 1, 2016 · hanalarock
Backpacking
Using the Outdoors to Encourage Fitness in Your Child
Getting in shape outdoors with your significant other or even your dog, is an easy way for ourselves to stay motivated. However, getting your children involved is a whole other story. It’s no secret that the U.S has a problem with child obesity as well eating disorders in even the youngest of children. Any solution there is […]
1 min read · Feb 26, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
10 Ways to Stay Motivated on Your Outdoor Fitness Goals
Creating outdoor fitness goals for yourself is one thing, but actually sticking to them is another. It’s easy to begin your workouts and implement your fitness plan, but to keep it going can be difficult. After a while, it can start to feel more of a chore. Fitness hiking can be fun, but it can […]
1 min read · Feb 25, 2016 · hanalarock
2016
The Best Hiking, Camping, and Outdoor Fitness Apps of 2016
This year, even more apps have hit the market that will be great for hikers, campers, backpackers, and outdoor fitness enthusiasts alike. If one of your New Year’s resolutions was to get out more in 2016, then you’ll be happy to know that there’s plenty of good technology out there to help you. Before you head out, […]
1 min read · Feb 24, 2016 · hanalarock
First Aid
Don’t Make These Fitness Mistakes While Hiking
Incorporating fitness into your hikes is no doubt a great way to get moving. No matter what your fitness goals are, everyone can use hiking as a means of getting to where they want to be. While it’s good to challenge yourself and push to the next level, it’s important to know your body as […]
1 min read · Feb 18, 2016 · hanalarock
Essentials
10 Fitness Gear Items for the Trail
There are hikers, and then there are fitness hikers. While regular hikers are concerned with packing the basics for a hiking trip, fitness hikers need to also make sure they have the best gear to aid their workouts. If you’re looking to get much more out of your hike by incorporating a fitness plan in, […]
1 min read · Feb 16, 2016 · hanalarock
Fitness
What Your Body is Trying to Tell You
While hiking and backpacking are definitely great for your health, we all know there are precautions that you need to take in order to keep yourself healthy and safe on the trail. That being said, hiking might also be a good time to find out other things that are going on in your body, that […]
1 min read · Feb 11, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Destinations
8 Awesome Outdoor Fitness Retreats in North America
Those looking for a great way to combine backpacking and fitness in one should check out fitness retreats. You might wonder if there can actually be a such thing as ‘fitness retreats’, but we guarantee there are, and they’re awesome. Out of all the beautiful places to hike in North America, wouldn’t it be great if […]
1 min read · Feb 10, 2016 · hanalarock
Backcountry Skills
Design Your Own Backcountry Fitness Challenge
Reaching your fitness goals in the outdoors isn’t impossible, but it’s not easy to plan, either. While there are guided fitness hikes you can join, they are usually more generalized and can’t necessarily accommodate your specific needs. However, if you have a goal set in mind as well as a destination, there’s no reason you […]
1 min read · Feb 9, 2016 · hanalarock