There are many foam roller benefits. The most important reason being due to myofascial release. Myofascial release is no secret in the fitness community. In fact, therapists and masseuses use the concepts of myofascial release to treat athletes and have been doing so for decades. Now, with the advent of foam rollers, athletes and fitness enthusiasts … Read more
Hiking is one of the best ways to exercise outdoors. Spending time in nature helps reduce stress, while walking on unpaved surfaces or incline trails improves your cardiovascular health… and hiking with other people can be a fun way to connect and build relationships. Whether you’re alone or in a group, safety should be your priority. … Read more
If walking isn’t challenging enough, there are two activities you might consider: rucking and running. Since one focuses more on strength training and the other on burning calories, they produce very different results. Fortunately, we’re here to help you make a decision in the rucking vs. running debate. To better understand the two sports, we’ll … Read more
If you’d like to have a hiking group name that’s extremely funny or creative, you have several options. In fact, having an imaginative or humorous hiking group name can help people know how special you are. And the next time they see you, there will be no mistaking your group or organization based on your clever moniker. Besides this, … Read more
Do you know the moment ruck march blisters form on your toes, heels, or underneath your feet during a ruck march? I do, and I remember those moments well. I used to struggle with blisters (#ouch!) on quite a number of hikes, and if I can be honest, blisters pretty much ruined those hikes for … Read more
Ever since I started hiking, I realized that my stamina has increased, and my cardiovascular health has improved. These are signs of the amazing benefits of aerobic exercises. But I’ve also noticed that I’ve built some muscles in my legs and burned fat, and these are typically achieved through anaerobic exercise. I was confused… which … Read more
Summer is fast approaching… which means that it will soon be time to start hitting the trails to enjoy the fresh, clean air and the great outdoors. Hiking is also a good way of getting in better shape. Pasadena hiking trails are among the best to take advantage of this free exercise. But which trails are the … Read more
It is essential to get at least a moderate amount of exercise each day. Walking is often considered to be a great, low-impact activity for keeping your weight in check and your hearth healthy. However, if your feet are in poor health, walking can be the beginning of a vicious cycle that can cause foot pain … Read more
Hiking is a great way to spend time outdoors. It’s good for your body, as well as your mental and emotional health. And choosing the right hike can play a key role in how successful a day it is. Finding the ideal trail for your next hike can feel overwhelming at times. If you’re on … Read more
When I first started rollerblading, I wasn’t sure there would be any health benefits. Rollerblading is definitely a form of exercise, but it felt like too much fun for me – exercise is grueling, right? Rollerblading feels like I’m just gliding over surfaces, but I have noticed I’ve lost a bit of weight and that … Read more