The Get Outside Challenge
This spring, take advantage of the long days and pick up a new sport or master an old one. To help you make the most of your rookie season, we'll be updating this page with beginner's guides, training tips, and stories to inspire your next great adventure.
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Get outside for a night (or two) with this roundup of backpacking must-dos
Falls happen. From skiing to bouldering, learn how to do it safely.
All you need is a rod, a license, and a good attitude to catch your first fish
You never forget how to ride a bike—but you might have a few things to learn about riding on trails
Climbing is one of those sports that can seem way out of reach for newcomers. But it doesn't have to be.
Jenni Gritters, a Power Vinyasa yoga teacher, walks us through nine common poses
Level Up
The weight room doesn't have to be overwhelming. Here's everything you need for a successful lifting practice, plus a foundational total-body workout to get you started.
Pair your regular workouts with this outdoor-friendly routine for superior strength, stability, and endurance
Exercises guaranteed to up your game, no matter your sport
Getting an entire camping kit to fit on your bike is no easy task. Here’s how to store your gear for multi-day bike rides.
You can do a lot more with a foam roller than you might think
So you want to start mountain biking? Bravo! Whether you’re a roadie looking to play in the dirt or just upgrading a daily commuter, the decision to ride on trails could be the best one you’ve ever made.
Get Inspired
My father founded the notorious 120-mile Triple Bypass bike ride in Colorado. After a few failed attempts, I set out to finally complete it.
Sometimes setting an unreasonable goal is the only way to jump-start your fitness
If you’re willing to work hard, conquer your fears, and maybe don some superhero spandex, anything is possible
When running four marathons in a row, it helps to enlist a professional for help. I tested a bunch of her advice so you don't have to.
The former white-boy rapper and mega-successful serial entrepreneur has become a bestselling wellness author and Tony Robbins-style life coach. His latest venture, a highly social weekend of walking up mountains until you drop, called 29029, is pitched as a new breed of restorative endurance event. But is this just a brutal group hike with good marketing?