Workouts / Hiking
Nothing Makes You Appreciate Nature Like a Trail Run
April 19, 2012 by Kristen
I’m a firm believer in the fact that nobody knows their town the way runners do. Sure, if you cycle or drive around, you’ll get a good lay of the land, but as a runner, I get to take trails that cut through areas that... Continue reading...
Tish’s Weekly Workout Routine
March 23, 2012 by Tish
You’ve seen our gym bags, fridges and pantries. So for this round of Question of the Week, we’re talking about what our weekly workout routine is like! My weekly workout routines involve the unthinkable. I actually allow my... Continue reading...
A Reversible Winter Jacket for All of Your Outdoor Activities—Even the Windy Ones!
Ever since I went backpacking last summer, I have come to appreciate the beauty of a coat that is lightweight, warm and is—I’ll admit, even in the woods—cute. And the new Craghoppers ClimaPlus Reversible Jacket that the company... Continue reading...
Get By With a Little Help From My Friends
October 3, 2011 by Tish
“It’s so much better when everyone is in. Are you in?” ~Incubus lyrics My boyfriend and I are blessed to have friends who like to work out with us. It’s harder for me to get out and sweat on the weekends if I’m... Continue reading...
Hiking in Ohio: An Unexpected Bonanza
August 24, 2011 by Erin
When I think of top vacation destinations, I don’t think of Ohio. I think of the Bahamas. Or Florida. But I was pleasantly surprised earlier this month when I spent a few days in the Hocking Hills region of Ohio. My family was doing... Continue reading...
Backpacking Food: Way More Delicious Than You’d Expect
August 1, 2011 by Jenn
When I first embarked on my backpacking journey, I never really thought it would be much of a culinary adventure. I mean, really, how exciting can trail mix get? Turns out, even the freeze-dried food we ate wasn’t all that shabby.... Continue reading...
The One Time Backtracking Is a Good Thing
July 22, 2011 by Jenn
Normally when you hear the word “backtracking,” you think of, well, going backwards—away from your goal or your aspirations. However, in the case of hiking and backpacking, backtracking your steps to the place where you started... Continue reading...
Taking a Hike With the Garmont Amica Hike GTX
July 13, 2011 by Jenn
I’ve already lamented that when it comes to hiking, having the right footwear is insanely important. You want a boot that supports your feet and ankles properly, doesn’t rub you the wrong way (blisters suckaroo!), feels comfortable,... Continue reading...
Body Wipes: Two Fixes for When You Just Can’t Shower
July 12, 2011 by Jenn
Whether you’re out camping, hiking or even just going from the gym to work, it’s easy to not feel your freshest after getting your sweat on. No matter if you’re going an hour or, ahem, six days without a shower, we put... Continue reading...
Review: The REI Hiking and Backpacking Gear That Got Me There
As promised, below is the first of many backpacking gear reviews from my recent trip in the Rocky Mountains! Today’s review is all from the REI gear I put to the test for six nights of (stanky yet fun) camping and backpacking! Women’s... Continue reading...
