Water Bottle Wars: Modern Canteens Serve Up More Than H2O
To compete for customers and shelf space, water-bottle makers are adding all kinds of bells and whistles to this outdoor gear essential.
The Gruesome Realities of Overheating (and How to Prevent Them)
I flirted with death due to heatstroke once, and it will never happen again. Heat-related illness can be deadly serious, so here are all the gory details.
7 Life Lessons From Winning the Race Across America
It’s not simply a matter of what it takes to win a 3,000-mile bike race. It’s about what winning the Race Across America grants you in ‘real life.’
Burn Calories, Power Lights: Sustainable Goals Revive ‘Eco-Gym’ Concept
A new crop of “eco-gyms” is sprouting up across the country. And this time, the futuristic idea might actually generate momentum.
How He Did It: Jeff Browning Talks Wild Hardrock 100 Win
Following not one, but two competitor disqualifications *and* meandering almost an hour off course, 46-year-old Jeff Browning took home his first Hardrock victory.
‘Heart Up’ Smart Glove Tracks Cardio Fitness During Workouts
Tech startup Heart Up made a one-fingered glove touted to predict your cardiovascular health on the run.
Metabolism Hack: Nutrition Breathalyzer Tells You What to Eat
Breathe into the Lumen device and its AI will tell you what to eat for optimal health.
Long-Distance Obstacle Course Racing Grows, Especially Among Women
While the popularity of obstacle course racing (OCR) has slowed since its 2010 peak, one area of the sport has grown nearly 40-fold: long-distance OCR events.
From Hats to Shirts: Headsweats Launches Performance Tees
Headsweats has long dominated in the made-for-sports hat category. After a recent acquisition, the brand moves aggressively into tech shirts.
Salomon Unveils Its First Hydration Vest Built for Women
You can’t get your hands on Salomon’s ADV Skin 8 Set until next spring, but keep this women’s hydration vest on your gear-dar.
First Look: The Lyfx App Lets You Adventure With The Locals
Lyfx is a unique digital platform designed by outdoor enthusiasts with the goal of getting everyday travelers to spend more time outside. Think Airbnb for outdoor adventure travel. The app recently launched for both iOS and Android.
(Re)Green Is the New Black: GoLite’s 100% Recycled Jacket
Plastic bottles made into chic windbreakers? Be green and look stylish in the upcoming GoLite ReGreen Jacket.
1 Day, 2 FKTs: Runners Make History on Brutal ‘Nolan’s 14’
Run 80 miles over 14 peaks more than 14,000-feet tall each. That’s Nolan’s 14. And on the same day, Coloradans Alex Nichols and Joe Grant set supported and unsupported records on the gnarly challenge.
Essential Swim Gear You Didn’t Know You Needed
From suits and goggles to caps and apps, here are 15 essentials for your swim gear starter kit.
Combat Ready? New Army Test Aims to Better Assess Fitness
The Army is officially doing away with the classic Army Physical Fitness Test. Most of us know it as the pushup test, but that’s changing.
Open-Water Training: How to Safely Swim Outside
This time of year, it’s tough to motivate for an indoor lap swim session. So throw those strokes outside. Just follow these pro swim training tips to stay safe.
First 45-Degree Gym Touts Cold Temps for Better Fitness
One New York City studio is seeing just how low athletes will go. Brrrn’s cold-temperature classes are shaking things up in what until recently has been a world of warming fitness workouts.
Why Core Bike Brand 7Mesh Teamed With Lululemon
One year ago, lululemon bought a minority stake in a tiny premium cycling apparel maker, 7mesh. And now this pairing is coming to stores across North America.
Free Gear Fridays: HOKA ONE ONE Torrent Trail Runners
Calling all HOKA ONE ONE fans: This is your chance to win a free pair of the all-new Torrent trail running shoes.
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Welcome to the House Turned Obstacle Course
For athletes entering the ever-popular obstacle course racing scene, a performance advantage could be a backyard monkey bar away.
97-Year-Old Still Running for Love
‘If I collapse, make sure I’m dead before you call 911.’ It’s not a common thing to hear from a runner. But then again, George Etzweiler isn’t your average athlete.
Ultrarunner Kilian Jornet Wins First Race After Broken Leg
Apparently, Kilian Jornet heals fast. The endurance runner won Marathon du Mont-Blanc on July 1 after breaking his leg three and a half months ago.
‘Ball-and-Socket’ Helmet Protects Better, Looks Sleek AF
With its retooled MIPS design, the Giro Aether promises improved safety. But it would be a shame to crash in a helmet this sexy.
Buy a Month of Mindful Running for Just $4
Professional ultrarunner Timothy Olson’s Run Mindful app could help athletes remain focused and present.
Fitness App Tells Endurance Athletes When to Eat and Drink
Wondering when to fuel to get the most out of your training? An emerging nutrition-planning app called endur8 could remove the guesswork.
Cannondale Claims ‘Fastest Road Bike’ That’s UCI Legal
Cannondale claims its SystemSix, built from the wheels up, can make anyone faster on two pedals.
What I’ve Learned as a Plus-Size Endurance Athlete
Inclusion in the world of fitness has come a long way since the days of seeing a singular athletic body type. “Running fat chef” L. Shauntay Snell shares lessons she’s learned as a plus-size athlete.
Holding an Edge: Pro Ski Racers’ Offseason Workouts
To maintain an edge, U.S. Ski Team alpine racers Resi Stiegler, 32, and River Radamus, 20, both hit the gym hard in the offseason. They shared some workout tips with us, plus gear that gets them by.
Wonder Drug? Separating CBD Oil Fact From Fiction
Cannabidiol (CBD) is trending as a do-all “superfood.” But which claims are fact and which are bogus? We consider top claims about CBD oil.
Can Aaptiv’s Big-Name Funding Make It the ‘Netflix of Fitness’?
Aaptiv claims the title of No. 1 fitness audio app. And Amazon and Disney just pumped $22 million into this sound machine.
Swim, Bike, Run: Best Gear for Your First Triathlon
From speed-hungry superbikes to cat meme towels, here’s your guide to the gear you’ll need to tackle your first triathlon.