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The Best Virtual Turkey Trots to Run This Thanksgiving
Just because we're all still dealing with the pandemic, doesn't mean you have to let the turkey trot tradition die this year.
By ACTIVE.com

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Family Projects That Give Back
Clean, create, care and learn together with one of these seven ways to spread kindness!
By Natalie Hay

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How to Swim Safely in Natural Bodies of Water
Before you dive in, here’s what you need to know about safely swimming in natural bodies of water.
By Kim Dinan

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What to Consider When Looking for a Family Pet
From responsibilities to allergies, make sure you're ready before taking the leap!
By Natalie Hay

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Fun Ways for the Whole Family to Stay Active at Home
If your family is getting stir crazy, here are some ways to stay active together during this time of selfisolation.
By Amy Flory

Spring 2020 Gear Guide for Cyclists
Spring is all about starting anew cycling gear included.
By Michael Nystrom

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Kids Guide to Early Spring Flower Identification
Here's to honing observational skills and expanding vocabulary in the great outdoors!
By Natalie Hay

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Kid's Guide to Winter Plant Identification
Tips and tricks to getting more out of the outdoors.
By Natalie Hay

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When Does Running Get Easier for Beginners?
When will running start to feel easier for beginners? Find out what you can do to adjust to the demands of running faster so you can experience the le
By Sabrina Grotewold

7 Exercises to Tone Your Oblique Muscles
Want those Vshape abs you see on the cover of fitness magazines? Add these exercises to your routine.
By Cat Perry

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Family Camping Essentials Checklist
Covering basics and beyond, keep these lists handy when you head out on your next family camping trip, so you can be sure you haven’t missed a thing.
By Kim Dinan

10 Dynamic Warm Up Exercises for Youth Athletes
Ditch static stretching for these nine dynamic exercises that warm up the whole body for activity.
By Angela Bekkala

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15 Workout Milestones Every Fit Person Should Reach
Check out these 15 workout milestones and see how many you've already checked off the list.
By Jennifer Fox

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Avoid Knee Pain on Your Next Run With This Must-Know Routine
With this short, simple pre and postrun routine, you'll be sure to significantly squash those chances of a tweaked knee on your next run.
By The Run Experience

10 Outdoor Careers Guaranteed to be Your Dream Job
You'll never want to take this job and shove it when the great outdoors are your office.
By Christina Scannapiego

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How to Train for Your First IRONMAN
Are you ready for 140.6 miles of racing? Expert Gale Bernhardt explains what to expect when training for your first IRONMAN.
By Gale Bernhardt

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