running
The Barkley Marathons: The Toughest & Most Bizarre Race on the Planet?
by Heather BaloghImagine a race with a total distance so long that it is referred to as “marathons” rather than a “marathon.” A race with 59,000+ feet of elevation gain. A race that has been in existence for 30 years but only… Read More →
Hydration Tips For Athletes: Why Drinking Water Alone Is Not Enough
by Becca ScheppsIn the US, the weather is heating up. Most of the snow has already melted away and, as soon as we switch gears from Winter activities to Summer sports, we will all be sweating out of control. This is the… Read More →
11 Adventure Races That’ll Blow You Away
by Gina BéginHave you participated in endurance races like Ragnar, Tough Mudder, and the Zombie Run… and you’re still left wanting more? Compared to the following expedition-style events that test real adventure skills — orienteering, mountain biking, climbing, mountaineering, trekking, kayaking, endurance… Read More →
Run, Bike, and Shoot: Powdr Shot Biathlon
by Eric WagnonWinter Olympics geeks relish the biathlon, the somewhat random– but oddly appealing– combination of cross-country skiing and rifle shooting. The new Powdr Shot race series gives trail runners and mountain bikers from across the country an opportunity to try a… Read More →
The Ultimate Trail Running Gear Guide
by Active JunkyThe snow may be gone, but having fun on the mountain doesn’t have to end with Winter! Our new obsession here at Activejunky.com is trail running. We love the fresh air, amazing views, and the awesome cardio training for ski season (only… Read More →
Trail to Enlightenment: An Introduction to Trail Running
by Joe JohnsonWhat happens when a seasoned skier and mountain biker who’s new to the trail running world exchanges questions with an expert trail runner? Read on to find out. Here, co-workers Joe Johnson, 28, of Salt Lake City, and Ashley Arnold,… Read More →
10 Summer Activities to Stay in Shape for Skiing and Riding
by Diana PaaschThe snow might be gone, but you can still participate in these fun summer activities to stay in shape for skiing and riding! Trail Running The hills and turns in trail running versus running on flat surfaces force you to focus… Read More →
