Ways To Manage Hiking Knee Pain
- At May 17, 2017
- By Iala Jaggs
- In healing
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Hiking is your weekly habit, but knee pain gets on the way and it makes you postpone your hike. Is there a way to relieve and take care of your knee pain so that you can go hike this week? Well, absolutely! There are many techniques and methods to deal with knee pain. Going on a hike in Sedona might be just the answer.
HOW TO DEAL WITH HIKING KNEE PAIN
Your knees go through stress carrying you through your daily life. According to Med-Health.net, just walking up the stairs puts pressure on your knees equal to four times your body weight. Add a fully loaded hiking backpack and mountain elevation, and that’s even more stress on your knee joints! Knee pain can result from many things… Read more at The Adventure Junkies
Yes, injury prevention is the best way to avoid hiking injuries but sometimes it just happens when least expected it. A twisted ankle or a single blister can happen all of a sudden. Other than you first aid kid, the best thing that you can take with you is first aid knowledge in how to deal with hiking injuries and how to actually utilize a first aid kit effectively.
HOW TO PREVENT 10 COMMON HIKING INJURIES
To properly introduce someone to the outdoors you must make their experience as positive as possible. And while precaution is the best treatment for common hiking injuries, sometimes a blister or twisted ankle is inevitable. And when you bust out that first aid kit to resolve any discomforts, the most important thing you can pack with you is… Read more at The Clymb
Tips for injury prevention on the Trail
A large chunk of Hikers are forced to abandon their Thru-Hikes because of sustaining injury while on the Trail. Here are some Tips I used that helped me stay injury free and… Watch here
Choosing The Right Hiking Boots
- At January 25, 2017
- By Iala Jaggs
- In hiking
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Are you having a hard time looking for the right pair of hiking boots? It doesn’t matter if you’re an advanced mountaineer or a casual weekend hiker, the quality of your hike will depend on the quality and comfort of your hiking boots.
HIKING BOOTS 101
A pair of hiking boots might tick all your requirements on paper, but if they don’t fit well, they’ll be a completely useless. Hiking with boots that pinch or give you blisters can even ruin hiking your trip, so this has to be the top priority when buying new hiking boots… Read more at Adventure Junkies
There’s no question, hiking boots are one of the most essential gear for hikers. The right pair of hiking boots will help you hike down the trail with comfort and a smile on your face, while low-quality hiking boots will have you grimacing with every step of the way.
Gear: Choosing the Right Pair of Hiking Boots
When it comes to selecting the shoe for you, forget about looks, numerical sizes, flashy features, or even what your friends recommend–unless their feet are identical to yours. The issues you should consider are comfort, durability, stability, weight, warmth, and water resistance… Read more at Backpacker.com
Best Hiking Boots 2017 | Top 5 Hiking Boots Which Will Take You Through Cliffs And Valleys!
Hiking through thick forests, mountains, desserts or even up the volcanoes can be made easy if you have the ‘right’ boots. This video shows the best 5 hiking boots of 2017. Check it out… Watch it here
Hiking Tips When It’s Snowing Out
- At January 18, 2017
- By Iala Jaggs
- In hiking
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Hiking during the winter season has its perks. One is that there are only a few people are out hiking. And, it’s going to be a winter wonderland out there. The snow creates a different kind of beauty, especially when it blankets the landscape. Here are some tips if you’re palnning to go out hiking in the snow.
7 TIPS FOR HIKING AND CAMPING IN THE SNOW
It’s a winter wonderland in the mountains but you’re craving to hit the trails and camp out for the night. Winter hiking has some great perks – there’s less people for one. And, the landscape is much more dramatic with snow covered peaks. There’s no reason to wait for warmer weather. Layer up, get a group of friends together, grab your camping gear and… Read more at The Adventure Junkies
Before you go out hiking in the snow, you have to be aware that you will be walking on snow and slush all day. So, also make sure that you’re wearing the right shoes before your hike.
The Best Winter Boots for Hiking
Cold-weather trail tamers will have you looking forward to slush and snow. Whether you’re wearing them with snowshoes or taking on wet, muddy paths, these boots can… See more at Men’s Journal
Hiking The Appalachian Trail
- At December 16, 2016
- By Iala Jaggs
- In hikes, hiking
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If you’re planning to hike the Appalachian Trail, it is important that you prepare in advance before going on hiking. Various possible dangers and difficulties can occur in this hike that will test one’s phyical and mental conditioning.
The Appalachian Trail is the longest hiking path in North America.
How to Hike the Appalachian Trail
Thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail is one of the most adventurous things you can do in the U.S. It is an arduous but rewarding journey that will lead you across 14 different states. The trail spreads between Mount Katahdin, Maine and Springer Mountain, Georgia. Usually, it takes people around 6 months to finish it. The Appalachian Trail will test… Read more at Backpackerverse.com
Witness the splendor of North America’s national treasure. Explore the unknown nooks and corners of the Appalachian Trail and its 2,190-mile journey.
https://youtu.be/expjsUj9dZo
The Appalachian Trail, National Geographic
For more than half of the U.S. population, the Appalachian Trail is less than a day’s drive away. Yet despite its proximity to many major cities, few truly know the splendor of this national treasure. National Geographic travels off the beaten track to discover the remote and… See more
Helpful Tips Before You Hike In The Rain
- At December 06, 2016
- By Iala Jaggs
- In hiking
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It’s nice to go out hiking in moderate temperatures under the bright, sunny, clear blue sky, right? But sudden rain and thunderstorms sometimes happens while you’re out hiking.
Some say, there’s something magical about hiking in the rain. Hiking in the rain is not so bad, you might even discover new experiences, sights, sounds and smells. So Here’s how to be ready in case it suddenly pours in the middle of your hike.
5 ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR HIKING AND CAMPING IN THE RAIN
You planned out your camping trip, packed all your gear, and then looked at the forecast for the weekend – cloudy with 100% chance of rain. You’re so excited for your trip that the last thing you want to do is cancel, but can you still have a fun, successful trip? The answer is… Read more at The Adventure Junkies
Hiking on a rainy day can give you a different perspective of the outdoors. It is totally a different hiking experience. The ambiance is different. The feeling is different and even the smell is different.
The outdoors offer a different kind of peace and beauty everytime it pours. And everyone should try it.
How To Hike Safely During the Rainy Season
Hiking in the rain. While it might not be your first choice, taking a rainy day hike can offer solitude and a special ambiance, especially if you’re dressed to stay dry and warm. Below are tips for planning a rainy-day hike and staying safe while you’re on the… Read more on WTA.org
