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For Your Cycling Bucket List: One-Of-A-Kind Biking Destinations For Beginner, Intermediate, And Advanced Riders

Cycling FunOutdoor Fun

You don't have to be a competitive cyclist to enjoy the freedom of being on two wheels! You can ride solo, in a big group, or with your family. And ride in different areas -- like in a city setting, on mountain trails, or on the road. What cycling trips are on your cycling bucket list?

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Tips & Suggestions For The Beginner Triathlete: The Ultimate Guide To Getting Started In The Triathlon Sport

Outdoor FunTriathlon Training Tips

Being a devoted triathlete -- and all that comes with it -- can seem quite overwhelming. Sometimes it's difficult to know where to begin. Here's how I would approach getting started for a newcomber to the sport of triathlon.

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A List Of Gear And Equipment You’ll Need For Your First Triathlon (…Plus Some Helpful Tips From An Experienced Triathlete)

Outdoor FunTriathlon Gear & Equipment

To get through the race, you need not only mental toughness but a wide variety of equipment, clothing, and other essential items that might not seem obvious from the outset. Here's the triathlon gear you’ll need, plus some training/racing tips that I've learned in my years as a triathlete:

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Common Hurdles That Make Training For And Running A Half Marathon Difficult For New Runners

Non-Competitive FunOutdoor FunRunning Events

Thinking of running a half marathon? Don't let these 4 challenges derail you like they do most new runners. I've got some tips to help you overcome these hurdles

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Triathlon Watches: A Guide To Choosing The Best Sport Watch

Outdoor FunTriathlon Gear & Equipment

A rundown of the most popular triathlon watches, plus tips for buying your first triathlon watch. Here's what you should be looking for in a sports watch.

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An Ultrarunner Shares How To Prevent Blisters When Running Long Distances

Outdoor FunUltrarunning Training Tips

I used to get blisters on my feet after 24+ hour ultramarathons. Then I learned this secret to prevent blisters when running: wrapped feet! No more blisters.

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I Ran 134 Miles And Lived To Tell About It – My Story Running A Race For The Ages

Outdoor FunRunning Events

I successfully endured (and finished) this horrible, transformational, very bad, epic race! See what it's like running A Race For The Ages in Manchester TN.

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Running Gear & Accessories: 5 Items Under $30 To Make Your Running Better

Outdoor FunRunning Gear

Running can be expensive. Shoes, registration fees, headlamps, tents, fuel & hydration items, running gear & apparel - it all adds up! Here are 5 great buys

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Planning A 100-Mile Race? What I Learned From My 100-Mile Holston River Endurance Challenge

Outdoor FunRunning Events

I ran 100 miles in the Holston River Endurance Challenge. This 100 mile race was difficult, eye-opening, life-changing. See what I learned + My 5 best tips.

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Trail Running Gear: How To Choose Tent For Your Personal Staging Area At Timed Ultramarathons

Outdoor FunRunning Gear

For timed ultramarathons you'll need a tent as a personal staging area during the race. Here's how to pick a tent for your trail running gear & support crew.

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How To Achieve The Runner’s High (Or Not)

Mind Body ConnectionOutdoor Fun

You've heard of the runners high, but have you experienced it yourself? Is it a fact or just an urban myth? Here's what I've learned about the runner's high

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Want To Do A 24-Hour Run? Here’s What I Learned At Rockwood… My 24-Hour Trail Ultramarathon

Outdoor FunUltrarunning Training Tips

The 24-hour run has become popular, so I've decided to share my best tips and recommendations based on my own experience running 24-hour ultramarathons.

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Yes, It’s Ultrarunning But You Really Should Be Walking Some. Here’s Why You Need A Run-Walk Strategy

Outdoor FunUltrarunning Training Tips

As an ultrarunner, once you get past the marathon and 50-mile distance, you need to add walking in your race strategy. Here's how to run-walk effectively.

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Running Is My Religion. Why Do You Run?

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I started running many years ago, and never stopped. Running is my religion. Why do you run? What are your reasons? Here's why I run.

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Fastpacking Is A Cross Between Backpacking And Trail Running – Here’s How To Do It & Why You Should

Outdoor FunUltrarunning Training Tips

On the one hand, every ultraruuner’s path is different. On the other hand, I have also seen a common progression that goes something like this: ...

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3 Ultrarunning Lessons I Learned From Phenom Ultrawoman, Catra Corbett

Mind Body ConnectionOutdoor Fun

Embrace your inner-gypsy. Get addicted to healthy living. Make ultrarunning about something bigger than you. 3 simple things I've learned from Catra Corbett.

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5 Things To Unlearn About Ultrarunning

Outdoor FunUltrarunning Training Tips

Here are 5 ways to embrace the true spirit of ultrarunning. But to do this, you'll have to unlearn a few things you’ve been told or picked up along the way.

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We Interrupt Your Ultra Training Routine To Bring You These 3 Things I Learned From Ultrarunner David Goggins

Mind Body ConnectionOutdoor FunUltrarunning Training Tips

It's time to be epic! Let David Goggins help you as he's helped me. 3 powerful David Goggins quotes to break free from the prison of ultrarunning training!

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  • Competitive FunHelpful tips, techniques, and advice for those who enjoy participating in competitive running, biking, or swimming events.
    • Triathlon Training TipsInsanely helpful training tips for newbies from a fellow triathlete who’s been in your shoes. See how to set your own personal triathlon training goals and improve your skills during swim training, run training, and bike training in preparation for your first triathlon.
    • Ultrarunning Training TipsUniquely helpful ultramarathon training tips from an ultra runner who has participated in a number of ultra endurance competitions. See how to advance from regular marathons to ultra marathons in just 16 weeks.
  • Non-Competitive FunUnique and helpful running, biking & swimming tips for those who like to run, bike, or swim just for fun – not necessarily on a competitive level.
    • Cycling FunFor those who like to ride bikes just for fun – or use them to get back and forth to work or errands – here are some fun cycling ideas worth trying.
    • Running EventsWhether you’re training for a triathlon or just participating in a few running events, here are some helpful tips.
    • Walking EventsIf you’ll be participating in a walking event – like a charity walk – here are some helpful tips for first-timers.
  • Nutrition & FitnessInsanely awesome tips for changing your body, mind and spirit as a triathlete while improving your overall health. How to eat right and improve your nutrition. How to achieve your fitness and training goals. How to deal with all of the aches and pains as well as the ups and downs along the way. And how to focus on the things that matter most while keeping a positive attitude as an athlete in training.
    • Mind Body ConnectionTraining affects the whole body — even your mind and your spirit. See how your mindset and your attitude can significantly impact your training and participation in triathlons and ultramarathons. Here are some excellent ways to keep a positive attitude while overcoming fatigue, nerves, and fears.
    • Personal FitnessSee how training for and participating in endurance sports like triathlons and ultramarathons affects your body and your mind. Plus ways to combat fatigue, nerves, and fears.
    • Sports InjuriesFrom alternative health care options for athletes to insider secrets for dealing with sports injuries common to runners, cyclists, and swimmers, these tips will help you deal with your aches and pains along the way.
    • Sports NutritionIf you’re training for an endurance sporting event – like a triathlon or ultramarathon – your body will appreciate these helpful nutrition tips for athletes.
  • Triathlon Gear & EquipmentParticipating in triathlons requires a certain amount of gear and equipment. Here’s what you need to know before you buy cycling gear, running gear, and swimming gear. Plus, some little-known secrets about triathlon gear & equipment from an avid triathlete.
    • Cycling GearTips for acquiring the best and making the most of your bicycling gear and equipment.
    • Running GearTips for acquiring the best and making the most of your running gear and equipment.
    • Swimming GearTips for acquiring the best and making the most of your swimming gear and equipment.

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