Clod | September 8, 2011
Wunsch also recommends buying a hiking boot that is appropriate for your needs. REI classifies hikes as day-hikes, weekends and week-longs. “Someone out there day after day obviously needs a sturdier shoe than someone just going to the park for a few miles [of hiking],” he explains.
Clod | September 8, 2011
Tired of the treadmill? Bored with exercise classes? More and more fitness fans are discovering hiking for a fun, invigorating workout. A moderate-intensity, long-duration, aerobic activity, hiking works your whole body as both weight-bearing and weight-carrying movement.
Clod | August 19, 2011
The trailhead was located down a seven-mile stretch of winding, dirt road. Surrounded by pine forests, we checked our gear then strapped on our backpacks. Hiking a “Fourteener” is an all-day affair. We were prepared for lower temperatures at higher elevations. We had plenty of energy bars, fruit, sandwiches and water. Dressed in shorts and [...]
Clod | August 10, 2011
Traversing the icy path to the summit of Mt. Elbert, Colorado’s highest peak, we struggled to keep our footing on the heavily snow-capped ridge. Suddenly and without warning, a strong blast of rocky mountain wind knocked my friend, Alicia O’Connor, off her feet and dropped me to my knees. Shielding our faces from the gusting [...]
Clod | January 13, 2011
Try out one of the most popular exercise machines at many health clubs The success and popularity of the StairMaster machine has surprised many people in the fitness business because the anticipated high level of boredom expected with its use has not been vocalized. It is a very popular — often the most popular — [...]
Clod | February 8, 2010
How cycling your workouts helps you develop a routine, adds variety, and gives you a roadmap to follow on your quest to fitness. The most effective cycle duration is either 12-months or 6-months. One reason is simply because you can break the year into 2 equal cycles; it’s easy to track. The other reason is [...]