One of the most common hiking injuries is a sprained or rolled ankle. Ankle injuries most often occur at the end of a hike when your...

Winter hiking can be exhilarating. Snow on the ground makes everything quiet and fresh. Animals and their tracks stand out against the...

Solo hikers love the solitude and feelings of empowerment that come from being able to go it alone. However, their loved ones don’t...

The global pandemic has encouraged people to get outside for fun, fitness, and fellowship. This increased interest in hiking means more...

I’m a wiz at coming up with creative ways to workout. I can adapt nearly any exercise to meet the needs and resources of a client....

Despite our best planning, sometimes we bite off a little more than we can chew. Here are some strategies for when the trail proves a...

On a recent hike rated as strenuous with significant elevation changes, several people stopped me and asked me for directions. They had a...

With summer upon us, things are heating up on the trail! One of the safety concerns for hikers is heat stress. Why is heat such an issue?...

When I ask people why they are afraid to solo hike, the first answer that comes up is a fear of an animal attack. Animal attacks upon...

Wonder why you're tripping on the hiking trail? There are several reasons this may be more common at the beginning and end of the season....

Trekking poles can help you be a safe and healthy hiker. Learn how to adjust and use them in today's blog.