Insulated jackets come in a range of different weights, and I own a lot of them. I have light PrimaLoft midlayers that pack down into their own pockets. Ive got burly goose feather parkas that I reserve only for the coldest days. Then theres everything in between, from insulated vests to waterproof down ski jackets and midweight insulated hoodies. 　　Id...

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　　The adidas Terrex Free Hiker 2 Low reminds me of the carefree nature of being a kid on summer vacation. A bag full of snacks and a camera: the last thing on my mind was sore feet. Just like those days that seemed to never end as a kid, the Free Hiker 2 Low makes me want to keep going...

　　When Armitrons Quantum smartwatch arrived in my mailbox, I was stoked to start testing. This entry-level smartwatch seemed like a good fit for me. I have no previous experience using a watch to track my physical activity. 　　For the past few months, Id been using AllTrails to record my outdoor life, from cycling to paddling and trail running. I liked...

　　In a 2015 YouTube video, an interviewer asked Gary “Laz” Cantrell why no women had finished his race, the infamous Barkley Marathons in the rugged mountains of Tennessee. “The race is too hard for women,” he replied with a sly grin. “They are simply not tough enough to do it, and I get to say that for as long as...

　　A day before Thanksgiving, the motor racing world lost one of its most significant trailblazers. Mary McGee, or Motorcycle Mary, died at 87 years old last Wednesday. The Alaskan native was a pioneer in car and motorcycle racing, opening up new territory not only for women — but also for anyone trying to push the boundaries of endurance sports. 　　On...

　　Mikaela Shiffrin’s journey toward her 100th World Cup win took an unexpected turn on Saturday when a crash during the second run of the Killington giant slalom sidelined the ski racing legend. But while Shiffrin recovered off the slopes, the U.S. Ski Team delivered one of its strongest collective performances of the season, offering a glimmer of hope and momentum...

　　Nothing says “winter holidays” to me like the combo of a cold day, a warm fire, a soft couch, and a book. If you’re looking for some couch material—or gift ideas for the endurance people in your life—here are the books I’ve enjoyed most this year that fit with the general themes of Sweat Science. 　　The Inner Clock, by Lynne...

　　Men generally navigate the mighty waters of the Ganga River in India professionally and for fun. The Ganga Girls program has set out to change that gender norm on navigating the river. 　　The Ganga Girls short film highlights this program to empower local Indian girls to find self-confidence and to find both joy and a possible career on the water....

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　　Fishing from a kayak offers a unique experience, allowing for a closer connection with nature and access to less pressured waters. There are no gas station stops or the loud revving of engines. 　　And often, kayaks are allowed on lakes and waterways that motorized boats are not, giving kayak anglers more variation in where and how they can fish. Kayak...

　　I used to have a recurring dream in which I’m sitting on my mat awaiting instructions from a panel of my yoga teachers. I’m at an Iyengar yoga assessment, for which I’m completely unprepared. And I am terrified. After what seems like an eternity, they tell me my task: I’m to carve a Thanksgiving turkey right there on my mat...