In 30 days, I have climbed nearly 130,000 feet. If I were in Manhattan, rather than heading south through Montana and Idaho along the Continental Divide Trail (CDT), I could have easily done the same ...

The right technique can help you actually enjoy the hike to the top. If there’s one thing that instills dread in the hearts of hikers, it’s a steep uphill climb that stretches on for miles. A ...

Spine doctors say the way you hike up- and downhill matters Nearly 40 percent of Americans struggle with back pain, making it the most common area of the body for aches. While it’s tempting to quit ...

WHITEFISH, Mont. — With Christmas less than 24 hours away, people might be planning a trip outdoors to celebrate the holiday. However, if day-of plans include uphill hiking or skiing at Whitefish ...

As a loud and public complainer, I will shock no readers by announcing that I absolutely hate uphill sections. They loom large in my nightmares, and also in my most common trail running routes. That's ...

In Europe and other spots around the globe, it's common to see people striding around the countryside with trekking poles in hand. Many folks even click their way through city centers with these poles ...

Korin Miller is a writer specializing in general wellness and lifestyle trends, with work appearing in Women’s Health, SELF, Forbes, Prevention, and more. She has a master’s degree from American ...