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A Review of Garmin’s New Forerunner 645 Music
From pounding the pavement to trekking through the Grand Canyon, the Forerunner 645 Music covers all the bases and more.
By Carrie Barrett

How I Taught My Daughter to Appreciate Nature
I wanted her to know that no matter what kind of world she grows up in, she can always call the outdoors home.
By Kim Dinan

The Benefits of Summer Camps for Teens
Looking for something to keep your teen busy this summer? Here's why you should sign them up for a summer camp.
By Hunter Hewitt

10 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Summer Camp
Here are 10 questions to consider when evaluating the best program for you and your family.
By Kim Miller Ballerene

5 Great Beaches Along Lake Michigan
With so much lakeshore to choose from, picking the perfect beach along Lake Michigan can be overwhelming but we’ve got you covered.
By Kim Dinan

Your Guide to 5 of Oregon's Best Swimming Holes
Ready to shed your puffy vest and head outdoors in search of great swimming holes? These are a few of Oregon's best.
By Kim Dinan

How to Participate in a First Day Hike Event
Celebrate the start of the new year by joining the seventh annual First Day Hike event on January 1.

The Best Ways to Enjoy the Snow (Without Skis)
Check out our favorite ways to enjoy the wonder of winter, beyond the typical (and often expensive) trip to the ski slopes.
By Beth Swanson

Get Fit for Ski Season: 6-Week Workout Plan Pt. 1
Ski season is almost here! Before you hit the slopes, make sure to condition your body so you ski strong and prevent any muscle soreness or injuries w
By Kathy Smith

How to Calculate Your Training Heart Rate Zones
The key to getting results is elevating your heart rate into the correct training zone, so your effort matches your goals.
By John Bobalik

How to Fuel for a 5K
Fuel right at your next 5K for a strong finish. Here's how.
By Doug Robertson

Weight Loss 101: How to Calculate a Calorie Deficit
To lose weight, you have to eat less than what you burn. Calculate your calorie loss and shed the pounds with these tips.
By Matt Fitzgerald

The Best Stocking Stuffers for Runners
While it would be amazing to receive the latest Nike Vapor Fly or a Nordic Track Incline Treadmill as a gift this holiday season, don't forget about t
By Angela Bekkala

Runners and Foot Injuries: 4 Causes of Foot Pain
Has foot pain wrecked your training? Learn about the most common ailments, their causes and, most importantly, how runners can avoid the dreaded "I" w
By Caitlin Chock

A 12-Week Triathlon Training Plan For Beginners
Ever have the itch to undertake a triathlon? This plan will help you cross the finish line successfully.
By Jason Schneider

5K Training Tips for Beginners
If you're training for a 5K for the first time, or the first time in a long time, these five tips will put you on the right track to cross the finish
By Tyler Pake

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A Review of Garmin’s New Forerunner 645 Music From pounding the pavement to trekking through the Grand Canyon, the Forerunner 645 Music covers all the bases and more. By Carrie Barrett

How I Taught My Daughter to Appreciate Nature I wanted her to know that no matter what kind of world she grows up in, she can always call the outdoors home. By Kim Dinan

The Benefits of Summer Camps for Teens Looking for something to keep your teen busy this summer? Here's why you should sign them up for a summer camp. By Hunter Hewitt

10 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Summer Camp Here are 10 questions to consider when evaluating the best program for you and your family. By Kim Miller Ballerene

5 Great Beaches Along Lake Michigan With so much lakeshore to choose from, picking the perfect beach along Lake Michigan can be overwhelming but we’ve got you covered. By Kim Dinan

Your Guide to 5 of Oregon's Best Swimming Holes Ready to shed your puffy vest and head outdoors in search of great swimming holes? These are a few of Oregon's best. By Kim Dinan

How to Participate in a First Day Hike Event Celebrate the start of the new year by joining the seventh annual First Day Hike event on January 1.

The Best Ways to Enjoy the Snow (Without Skis) Check out our favorite ways to enjoy the wonder of winter, beyond the typical (and often expensive) trip to the ski slopes. By Beth Swanson

Get Fit for Ski Season: 6-Week Workout Plan Pt. 1 Ski season is almost here! Before you hit the slopes, make sure to condition your body so you ski strong and prevent any muscle soreness or injuries w By Kathy Smith

How to Calculate Your Training Heart Rate Zones The key to getting results is elevating your heart rate into the correct training zone, so your effort matches your goals. By John Bobalik

How to Fuel for a 5K Fuel right at your next 5K for a strong finish. Here's how. By Doug Robertson

Weight Loss 101: How to Calculate a Calorie Deficit To lose weight, you have to eat less than what you burn. Calculate your calorie loss and shed the pounds with these tips. By Matt Fitzgerald

The Best Stocking Stuffers for Runners While it would be amazing to receive the latest Nike Vapor Fly or a Nordic Track Incline Treadmill as a gift this holiday season, don't forget about t By Angela Bekkala

Runners and Foot Injuries: 4 Causes of Foot Pain Has foot pain wrecked your training? Learn about the most common ailments, their causes and, most importantly, how runners can avoid the dreaded "I" w By Caitlin Chock

A 12-Week Triathlon Training Plan For Beginners Ever have the itch to undertake a triathlon? This plan will help you cross the finish line successfully. By Jason Schneider

5K Training Tips for Beginners If you're training for a 5K for the first time, or the first time in a long time, these five tips will put you on the right track to cross the finish By Tyler Pake

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A Review of Garmin’s New Forerunner 645 Music
From pounding the pavement to trekking through the Grand Canyon, the Forerunner 645 Music covers all the bases and more.
By Carrie Barrett

How I Taught My Daughter to Appreciate Nature
I wanted her to know that no matter what kind of world she grows up in, she can always call the outdoors home.
By Kim Dinan

The Benefits of Summer Camps for Teens
Looking for something to keep your teen busy this summer? Here's why you should sign them up for a summer camp.
By Hunter Hewitt

10 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Summer Camp
Here are 10 questions to consider when evaluating the best program for you and your family.
By Kim Miller Ballerene

5 Great Beaches Along Lake Michigan
With so much lakeshore to choose from, picking the perfect beach along Lake Michigan can be overwhelming but we’ve got you covered.
By Kim Dinan

Your Guide to 5 of Oregon's Best Swimming Holes
Ready to shed your puffy vest and head outdoors in search of great swimming holes? These are a few of Oregon's best.
By Kim Dinan

How to Participate in a First Day Hike Event
Celebrate the start of the new year by joining the seventh annual First Day Hike event on January 1.

The Best Ways to Enjoy the Snow (Without Skis)
Check out our favorite ways to enjoy the wonder of winter, beyond the typical (and often expensive) trip to the ski slopes.
By Beth Swanson

Get Fit for Ski Season: 6-Week Workout Plan Pt. 1
Ski season is almost here! Before you hit the slopes, make sure to condition your body so you ski strong and prevent any muscle soreness or injuries w
By Kathy Smith

How to Calculate Your Training Heart Rate Zones
The key to getting results is elevating your heart rate into the correct training zone, so your effort matches your goals.
By John Bobalik

How to Fuel for a 5K
Fuel right at your next 5K for a strong finish. Here's how.
By Doug Robertson

Weight Loss 101: How to Calculate a Calorie Deficit
To lose weight, you have to eat less than what you burn. Calculate your calorie loss and shed the pounds with these tips.
By Matt Fitzgerald

The Best Stocking Stuffers for Runners
While it would be amazing to receive the latest Nike Vapor Fly or a Nordic Track Incline Treadmill as a gift this holiday season, don't forget about t
By Angela Bekkala

Runners and Foot Injuries: 4 Causes of Foot Pain
Has foot pain wrecked your training? Learn about the most common ailments, their causes and, most importantly, how runners can avoid the dreaded "I" w
By Caitlin Chock

A 12-Week Triathlon Training Plan For Beginners
Ever have the itch to undertake a triathlon? This plan will help you cross the finish line successfully.
By Jason Schneider

5K Training Tips for Beginners
If you're training for a 5K for the first time, or the first time in a long time, these five tips will put you on the right track to cross the finish
By Tyler Pake

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