There’s something about stepping onto a trail that clears the noise and resets your entire mindset. Whether I’m looking for peace, fresh air, or just space to move and think, hiking has become one of my favorite ways to reconnect—with nature and myself. But let’s be honest: it’s a whole lot more enjoyable when you’re … Read more
There’s a version of healthy aging that’s mostly about subtraction. Less sugar. Less sitting. Less of whatever you were doing before. The advice tends to arrive as a list of things to stop, alongside a list of habits you should have started ten years ago. That isn’t the part that interests me most anymore. I … Read more
You don’t have to already be in hiking shape to start hiking. You also don’t need to begin with a five-mile trail, buy a pile of gear, or wait until you’re fitter than you are right now. Start with the body and fitness you have. Pick a trail that matches it. Then build from there. … Read more
When the clock strikes midnight on January 1st, many of us vow to live healthier, more active lives in the new year. But why wait until tomorrow to kick things off? Across the U.S., First Day Hikes have become a popular tradition, with state parks inviting people to step into nature and onto the trail … Read more