How to Up Your ‘Gram Game—According to a Pro Jon Gugala|April 25, 2017 11 tips from photographer Jobie Williams on how to take better trail running shots Jobie Williams was just another bored road runner when...
Your Pack Is Killing Your Neck. Here’s How to Fix It. Dr. Dane DeLozier|April 20, 2017 Say goodbye to neck pain from backpacking with these simple tips! Learn how to adjust your pack and improve your posture for a pain-free hike.
Training Tips for a Pain-Free Return to the Trails Matt Wastradowski|February 21, 2017 Loosen up with these stretches, routines, and exercises. Slowly but surely, winter is loosening its icy grip on our favorite trails. For ...
How to Ace a Stage Race Heather Johnson|February 21, 2017 Get ready to conquer your next stage race with our comprehensive training plan. Follow our expert tips and techniques to crush your competition. Check it out now on REI's blog!
The Everything Guide to Running at Altitude Corey Buhay|November 15, 2016 Discover how long it takes to acclimate to altitude for running with our comprehensive guide. Get tips and tricks for a successful high-altitude workout at REI.com.
Learn How to Crush Hills Billy Hafferty|November 8, 2016 Want to improve your efficiency and up your running confidence? Head for the hills. I started my running career in Boston: Home to Heartb...
Stiff Back? Here’s How to Fix It. Dr. Dane DeLozier|October 18, 2016 Because it's tough to bag peaks with a sore back Your thoracic spine (or "T-spine") is the middle segment of your back. Think of the area...
Simple Tips to Help You Master Technical Downhills Heather Johnson|October 10, 2016 Descend with speed, grace, and fewer face-plants. I do most of my long runs on trails, but I never really bothered to address my weakness...
How to Stay Safe from Lightning in the Backcountry (According to a Meteorologist) Joel Gratz|September 27, 2016 Learn how to stay safe from lightning while backpacking in the backcountry with tips from a meteorologist. Read our guide on backpacking lightning safety at REI.
Tips for Choosing Your Next Pair of Downhill Skis REI Staff|September 15, 2016 Know how to find the perfect ski for the type of terrain you're after. The kind of downhill ski you buy depends on the type of snow you w...
How to Break into the Rewarding Sufferfest of Ultrarunning Billy Hafferty|September 6, 2016 It won't be easy, and you'll probably lose a couple toenails, but Coach Hafferty's tips will carry you across the finish line of your first ...
Your Everything Guide to Running with Dogs Lisa Jhung|August 25, 2016 Stay hydrated on the go with a portable dog water bottle! Our guide to running with dogs has everything you need to know. Check it out on REI's blog.
