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The acclaimed nonfiction writer talked to nearly 100 scientists to tell the story of how the virus that caused COVID-19 spilled over into humans and spread across the globe
Join us for a live Zoom Q and A with the acclaimed science writer and longtime ϳԹ contributing editor, who will discuss his new book about the SARS-CoV-2 virus on Thursday, October 13
When lifelong climber Jeff Jackson failed to send a punishing project, he contemplated quitting the sport. Here’s what brought him back.
A fitness tracker provides some insight into how the virus affected Danish cyclist Magnus Cort
Earth-loving New Yorkers are drawing from an unlikely arsenal of activism, hip-hop, marathon city-council Zoom meetings, and one sassy pug to hold the city to its zero-waste commitments. If they succeed, the environmental benefits could be huge.
You can stay mobile even at home, counteracting hours of sitting with this plan of creative drills and work positions.
With far-flung travel off the table, I learned how to enjoy the meandering flexibility of a road trip
The historic fall running of the Boston Marathon will place it alongside the 100th in 1996 and Boston Strong in 2014 as most memorable.
Faced with heart damage and debilitating long-haul COVID-19, the author asks himself hard questions, and keeps dreaming.
The pandemic forced schools to teach outside. Many teachers, parents, and kids want to keep it that way.
When COVID-19 hit, one ϳԹ editor found solace in an unexpected hobby
Phillip Dwight Morgan became obsessed with the hit History Channel series during quarantine. It inspired him to dive into survivalism and gave him skills to navigate an unprecedented year.
Public lands have become more trodden and restrictive, but the pandemic-era craziness might not last
Pandemic-induced isolation has led to a wide range of physical effects. Here’s what to watch out for—and how to address it.
Despite Base Camp’s status as a super-spreader location, guides actually might have been safer on Everest than they would have been back home
The latest deaths raised questions about the role of COVID, but analyses of nearly a century’s worth of climbing records suggest some consistent patterns
The coronavirus has put climbers and workers in even more danger than usual
The peak saw its first summits of the season last week, including several record-breaking climbs
Our country’s open spaces are a sanity-saving antidote for this writer
A climber posted on social media that the situation at Base Camp is “a total shitstorm. I had no idea what I was flying into.”
After more than a year of pandemic living, let us remember why it’s worth getting out there
What to do when you can’t be active in the same way
For journalist Neil King, there’s never been a better time to reflect on the nation’s fraught history
Tested for style and durability, these tops can handle anything coming down the trail
The pandemic continues to complicate hopes for a normal season on the world’s highest mountain
Spun-out Teslas on snowy roads. Cabins bought for cash, sight unseen. A shoveling disaster. Locals bemoan the pandemic-induced migration of Bay Area residents to the mountains. But there are two sides to the Zoom-town story.
Anticipating even bigger crowds this summer than last, public-lands officials have been grappling with how to manage the masses. For many, that’s meant introducing permit systems. But is limiting access the only solution?
Hiking was in vogue in 2020, but COVID-19 closures decimated the thru-hiking ranks. What did prospective hikers do with their unexpected time back home?
Time hasn’t stopped, it just feels that way. Runners know better, and that knowledge of passing time can help us optimize each day and be present in each hour.
After a long year of staying put during COVID-19, families are dreaming of spring breaks and summer vacations. But should you book that flight? Our experts weigh in.
British Columbia is in the midst of a major surge in coronavirus cases, forcing resorts to shutter early
Oranges for dental work, milk for English lessons—when COVID-19’s initial lockdown dried up tourism dollars and supply chains, the islands bartered their way through
And things got rocky fast. Our correspondent talks to Jennifer Miller about Colorado, misconceptions, and a mysterious type of footwear called “hiking sandals.”
Vaccines are rolling out with increasing speed, but we’ll also need effective treatments, because new coronavirus cases will be a worldwide reality for years to come. Enter Jacob Glanville, a maverick San Francisco immunologist who believes he’s found an unparalleled path to healing.
The magnetic MFI system keeps your face covered without fogging up
Few activities are more self-sufficiently satisfying
It's not just about saying you're sorry. You should also explain how you'll do better next time.
Signing up for a race right now is a weird mix of optimism and being in denial
We came up with a list of the people, places, and trends that matter now, from the rise of outdoor reservation systems and new mountain-biking meccas to where to thaw out this winter
With the help of the nonprofit BikeMaps.org, we analyzed the data we collected on bicyclists killed by drivers in 2020 and found some surprising takeaways
Three simple strategies to keep ourselves moving forward while we wait for change.
Photographer Shaun Price captures images of a project to build a mobile bike repair center during COVID-19
Expert advice for getting through the winter with COVID-19 as bad as it has ever been
Activity and sales data suggest that there are still more cyclists than ever before
Know the risks, the terrain, and the gear you need before your maiden voyage into the backcountry
Our running footprints can make any route special with memories of growing fitness, strength and speed.
When will we be able to take international trips again? Medical and travel experts weigh in.
Brooklyn Boulders said it provided "climbing and community for all." Employees said that couldn't be further from the truth. Now the company is rolling out a series of changes to work toward its DEI goals.
A new generation of futuristic at-home workout solutions—including Mirror, Tonal, and Peloton—were gaining steam even before the pandemic
After devoting their spring to COVID-19 patients, two West Virginia brothers became the first identical twins to earn the triple crown of American hiking
The Selk'bag is here to help you survive a pandemic winter
The pandemic has led to an unexpected positive—people reclaiming streets in ways that have made urban America more bikeable, walkable, and enjoyable. Preserving that will take work, but it’s worth it.
Have a feast, dine alfresco, and minimize your risk. Win-win-win.
Switching it up was exactly what he needed
During her college break, the author went all in on solitude—living alone on a Down East island and working for one of the area’s few female skippers. Luna Soley reflects on a time of loneliness, hard work, and natural beauty.
A quarantine backyard ultramarathon. Thousands of protesters on bikes. This year brought the unexpected in countless forms. Here’s who (and what) had the biggest impact on the outdoor world.
Many backcountry huts are now available as private rentals, so you and your pod can have the entire place for yourselves. From Maine to Washington, here are a few of our favorites.
The pandemic has robbed kids of vital socialization with friends—and put even more emphasis on the importance of spending time with them in nature. But what happens when your child is a nonstop yakker on the trail?
Both professional and amateur athletes ran virtual iterations of the event in recent days
When the Cirque Series had all its events canceled, the race director challenged participants to spend a month running up and down hills
What you need to know about navigating the ski season to come
Our writer reflects on the uncertain ski season ahead
There’s a reason you feel tired: Not knowing where the end is. How the running mindset can help, and how living through the pandemic might make us better runners.
From a cult-favorite publisher launching a national-parks series to a Kevin Costner–narrated app, these five new releases are reinventing the traditional field guide
Chris Watson, the legendary field recordist for David Attenborough’s films, says this is a unique opportunity to discover the art and pleasure of hearing our world
Tracy Beth Høeg, accomplished ultra runner, MD and researcher talks about how COVID-19 affects runners, bone health, vision loss and hallucinations during ultras, the menstrual cycle and more.
What we learned about racing, racers, and the indomitable spirit of running from the London Marathon in the time of Covid-19.
We asked 13 major resorts what operational plans are in place for this winter. Their answers ranged from après-ski in a private dome to parking spots you need to reserve.
Outdoor brands are creating face coverings designed for exercise and outdoor activities like biking and running. Do you need them, and do they work? We break it down.
Many students would rather be outside than stuck on Zoom all day—and most programs can't keep up with the surge in demand
Doctors confirm, 2020 has caused an increase in runners getting injuries. Don't be one of them.
With at-home schooling the norm in many areas, we put together a P.E. plan for a full semester of fun and creative movement
With most marathons canceled, Miller had to organize his own race to run a sub-3-hour marathon in the 2020s, his sixth decade under the mark.
Liz "Mercury" Anjos just completed a mid-pandemic thru-hike of the AT—with the help of a small, dialed support squad and a van named Pegasus
The ins and outs of staying clean (and safe) at camp