10 Benefits of Hiking Steep Trails and Mountains

In 2024, I hiked over 1,000 miles and climbed more than 250,000 feet of elevation in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. These adventures were challenging but transformative. I discovered the many benefits of hiking steep trails up mountains in Colorado. Along the way, I experienced profound physical changes, including a 25-pound weight loss and significantly stronger … Read more

8 Tips for Staying Hydrated While Hiking

Water makes up approximately 60% of the human body and every biological system depends on it. Maintaining this fluid balance is essential to your cognitive and physical functioning. Even light hiking can drain your body’s water supply – leaving you feeling tired, achy, and ready to turn back to the trailhead. Fortunately, the solution is … Read more

How to Prevent Ticks When Hiking

Ticks, like mosquitos, are the tiny, evil, and blood-sucking spawns of Satan. Just kidding…(not entirely). Ticks are not just gross. These little arachnids can carry dangerous diseases that put you and your pet at risk of serious, sometimes life-threatening conditions. Unfortunately, ticks are omnipresent – they habitate in almost every environment, from forests to deserts, … Read more

Best Hiking Challenges for Hikers in 2026

These aren’t your typical New Year’s resolutions! As outdoor enthusiasts, our goals often involve a mixture of consistency, exploration of new terrain, and pushing past our perceived limits. With a new year right around the corner, try adding some of these hiking challenges to your bucket list. They will surely test your limits and help … Read more

How To Protect Yourself From Wild Animals While Hiking

For many of us, the mountains are our home away from home. It’s where we go to clear our minds and appreciate the simplicity and comfort that the trails often provide. The trails can supply us with beautiful experiences that allow us to feel more connected to ourselves, and nature while benefiting our mental and … Read more