Wellness
ArchiveThe surfer鈥檚 agoraphobia was preventing him from living the life he wanted, so he reached out to his wave-riding community for help
Some athletes are turning to the prescription drug. Here鈥檚 why experts say that鈥檚 dangerous.
I have ADHD, occasional anxiety, and my sleep schedule sucked. After a four-month experiment, I found the antidote to my problems was right outside my front door.
For climbers and hikers who strive for higher peaks, these exercises may help prepare your lungs for thin air
Plus, what to keep in mind as you ice that sore muscle
The practice of adventure racing can satisfy a deep-rooted need to strategize and push one鈥檚 physical limits. For this writer, it also gave her an unshakeable feeling of escape.
In her new book, 鈥楲aid and Confused,鈥 Maria Yagoda explores why we鈥檙e having such bad sex鈥攁nd tactics that may help change that
Good for the planet, better for your innards, vegan and vegetarian hot dogs are a win-wiener
When the travel guide鈥檚 life turned upside down during the pandemic, he saw a chance to venture toward the kind of future he really wanted
Because social media has nothing on science
Some doctors are now prescribing physical activity for mental health. Here's why.
The scientific evidence is overwhelmingly clear: spending time outdoors boosts your brain function. So what are you waiting for?
Wildfire seasons are getting worse. The increase in smoke is harming heart, lung, brain, and skin health.
The features include new metrics for cyclists, improved cellular access data for hikers, and mood tracking for wellness enthusiasts
The ancient ritual turned TikTok trend is happening everywhere
Instead of berating yourself for wasting away your time, focus your energy on these three key benefits
Gladys McGarey, MD, explains what we should all be doing to seek out happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives
At the end of my mother鈥檚 struggle with Alzheimer鈥檚 disease, I realized I needed to handle my sorrow the same way I approached athletic training
These science-backed hacks can help you lower your stress levels almost instantly
You鈥檝e probably never appreciated hang time like this before
These odd scraps of property tell us more about ourselves than we realize.
Kelly Murray, a certified pediatric and adult sleep consultant, shares what you need to know about this common habit
Nature and nurture both contribute to a dog鈥檚 lifespan. Bobi, the world鈥檚 oldest dog, is a perfect example.
Sure, pretty sunsets and endorphin-pumping summits do the trick. But we鈥檝e also found plenty more surprising moments of wonder and delight.
I only recently learned that hitting the trails solo makes me feel more alive.
The sport sweeping the country taught me how to feel like a kid again
Answers to three of the most common questions asked in the springtime
Staying hydrated doesn鈥檛 have to be complicated
When upgrading your kit becomes a way to ignore your problems
These 8 concepts I learned translated far beyond just the physical practice
Visiting the indoor crag during peak hours helped me cultivate a community
Reap all the physical and mental advantages of mindfulness without ever saying 鈥渙hm鈥
Americans live in one of the most individualistic nations on earth鈥攁nd it can be one of the most isolating, too. Could hiking be a way for us to find our way back to community?
You'll want to try this hack to beat your insomnia
Notes from an intentional ski expedition on a new frontier.
How to deal with death, injury, and loss, and why the tough-guy culture of the mountains is so toxic to healing.
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Training, tools, and techniques vary. What you need to know to choose a physical therapist versus a chiropractor.
At a dark moment in his childhood, the actor found belonging when he buried himself beneath the snow
When her son was jailed for a crime he didn鈥檛 commit, the former legislator dealt with her pain in isolation. A powerful experience in nature spurred her to turn to her community for support.
My sport is a huge part of my identity, but I鈥檓 not as good as I hoped I鈥檇 be. What if this is my peak?聽
There are limits to what your sign says about you.
New studies confirm that spending time outside can ease physical symptoms
Before you angrily hit the pavement, consider these things first
An argument in favor of catching sunrises, running errands, and talking with your friends face-to-face
5 tips to help you feel less critical and embrace your body
Therapy on the hiking trail couldn鈥檛 fix the new normal of Oregon wildfire season, but could it help me grapple with it?
After a grapefruit-size cancerous tumor nearly killed her, the physician committed to spending as much time as possible doing what she loves most
In a time when people are more attached to their devices than ever, getting outside has never been more vital to our happiness and wellbeing.
It was a tribute to being human
Experts weigh in on whether your period ought to have a say in your workouts
Hydration isn鈥檛 just for race day. The latest science shows that it not only makes you feel better and stronger today, but is key to a long and healthy life.
Meditations on radical incrementalism for the adventurer
She was one of the world鈥檚 best big-mountain freeskiers鈥攁nd then, suddenly, she decided she was done
One yoga teacher immersed herself in freezing water for 31 days. Here鈥檚 her advice for how you can do it, too.
Deep meditations in the woods? Yes please.
Research makes a strong case for taking your practice into the wild as the weather warms鈥攐r at least your backyard
A slow walk through the woods has psychological and physiological benefits鈥攁nd it could teach you a few things about hiking, too.
Learn about the benefits of being properly hydrated daily
Exploring how the simple act of spending time outside can solve so many of life鈥檚 problems
I was forced to tap into my muscles, mind, and breath
COVID-19 lockdowns were critical for preventing the spread of the virus, but the isolation also took a toll on the strength of our immune systems. Plus: smart ways to stay healthy next time you get on a plane.
When one of the world鈥檚 best crack climbers was grounded by chronic fatigue syndrome鈥攁 mysterious illness with disabling symptoms that can include a mix of confusion, headaches, and sensory overload鈥攈is life became an uphill struggle just to feel human again.
All that hiking, biking, and climbing can take a toll on more than your quads
After suffering a brutal accident while on a kite-skiing expedition expedition in Patagonia, Jim Harris鈥檚 painstaking recovery took a sudden leap forward when he had an experience with magic mushrooms
When Leo Babler was born with a rare and deadly genetic disorder, his parents reshaped their lives, moving to the mountains, building out an adventure van, and making sure their son experienced the most beautiful wild places in the country during the time they had
Because a healthy pelvic floor is, well, essential
Yogi Bryan explains what you can try anytime your anxiety becomes overwhelming
Whether you鈥檙e determined to embrace a healthier diet or finally ride that mountain bike you bought during the pandemic, wellness-focused getaways can help bring those good intentions to fruition. Here are awesome travel-focused ideas designed to do just that.
For a community of hardy souls in Maine, there鈥檚 no better way to feel fully alive in winter than immersing yourself in the frigid Atlantic
Healthy habits are hard to maintain. We sent five writers on long-overdue quests for self-improvement.
I love to cook, but finding time to make dinner remains a challenge. I figured it was time for an assist.
After years of infinite scrolling, it was time for a drastic intervention
A working mom鈥檚 experiment with forced midday snoozes
Believe it or not, talking to new people won鈥檛 kill you
Figuring out how to get better sleep and more exercise and is hard鈥攚hich is why we tried out some new programs for you
And what does Damar Hamlin鈥檚 cardiac arrest tell us about the risks sports pose to an athlete鈥檚 heart?
Consider these our anti鈥揘ew Year鈥檚 resolutions聽
The recovery revolution will continue to boom, as will our collective enthusiasm for women鈥檚 sports