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Julia Clarke is a staff writer for Advnture.com and the author of the book Restorative Yoga for Beginners. She loves to explore mountains on foot, bike, skis and belay and then recover on the the yoga mat. Julia graduated with a degree in journalism in 2004 and spent eight years working as a radio presenter in Kansas City, Vermont, Boston and New York City before discovering the joys of the Rocky Mountains. She then detoured west to Colorado and enjoyed 11 years teaching yoga in Vail before returning to her hometown of Glasgow, Scotland in 2020 to focus on family and writing.

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Julia Clarke with hands in prayer at sunrise on Vail mountain

How to celebrate the winter solstice outdoors

By Julia Clarke published 20 December 22

From hiking to building a campfire, these are our 5 favorite ways to celebrate the winter solstice outdoors

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What is overhydration? Expert advice for long distance runners

By Julia Clarke published 20 December 22

We speak to an expert in overhydration and hyponatremia to understand how overhydration happens to elite athletes, the dangers and how to avoid it on your next big run

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Why is it so hard to wake up in winter? (plus how to get up and run)

By Julia Clarke published 19 December 22

We ask a sleep expert why it’s so difficult to get up early in winter, and what you can do to maintain your running routine through the cold months

Balaclava vs neck gaiter: which is best for winter sports?

By Julia Clarke published 19 December 22

Do you want the full-coverage bank robber chic of the classic balaclava or the simpler tube of stretchy fabric that is the now-ubiquitous neck gaiter?

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Why winter is better than summer (according to Garmin users)

By Julia Clarke published 19 December 22

Garmin’s 2022 fitness and wellness trend show that skiing and snowboarding rose more than any

best gifts for hikers: hikers wearing Christmas hats

Should you go on a Christmas hike?

By Julia Clarke published 18 December 22

We weigh up the pros and cons of hitting the trail on Christmas Day

Should you mix caffeine and running?

By Julia Clarke published 17 December 22

We speak to a dietician about the benefits and side effects of mixing caffeine and running, plus how to get the most out of your morning pick-me-up

How to fluff a down jacket without a dryer: our simple guide

By Julia Clarke last updated 16 December 22

Our straightforward guide to how to fluff a down jacket without a dryer reveals how to care for the loft in your jacket so it maintains its performance for you all winter

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Beat the heat, cold and crowds with a flip flop thru-hike

By Julia Clarke published 15 December 22

A flip flop thru-hike offers a non-traditional approach to long-distance walking that allows hikers to avoid weather extremes and beat the crowds

Do you need an accountability buddy to get you on the trail?

By Julia Clarke published 15 December 22

If you’re setting fitness goals for the new year, knowing someone is watching you could be the key to your success

Anthony Kunkel #470 reaches the top of Hope Pass after the turnaround during the Leadville 100 trail run

4 big, burly Colorado ultra marathons in 2023

By Julia Clarke published 14 December 22

Looking for the ultimate trail running challenge? Check out these four 100-mile races in Colorado in 2023

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What is a balaclava – and how do you wear one for skiing?

By Julia Clarke published 14 December 22

What is a balaclava? Why is it called that? How do you wear a balaclava? We answer your biggest headwear questions to help you fend of a Baltic breeze on the slopes

A close up of a climber's hand as they slip off the rock

Hand care for climbers: 7 tips to avoid splits and flaps

By Julia Clarke published 13 December 22

Tips to help you find the delicate balance between the protection of calluses and maintaining essential finger sensitivity for all those crimpy holds