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"I’m thrilled to have achieved what many people in the mountaineering world said was impossible" – we talk to Andrew Ushakov about his record-breaking Everest summit, along with the altitude specialist behind his time-saving technique
By Charlie Lyon published
The Ukrainian-American climber puts the success of his sea to summit Everest speed climb down to over 400 hours spent in a hypoxic tent - we got the low down on how he prepared

How to choose sunscreen: advice for runners and hikers
By Fiona Russell last updated
Selecting the right sun protection when you're doing sweaty activities isn't easy - here are some tips

What is Garmin Body Battery, and how do you boost it?
By Will Symons last updated
Here's how to track your energy levels and get the most out of Garmin's super-smart Body Battery function

“Imagine being told you can’t run, just because of who you are”: how Free to Run is using outdoor sports to empower girls and women
By Pat Kinsella last updated
We meet up with a charity that uses running, hiking and camping to empower girls and women in places afflicted by conflict and gender discrimination

A word of warming: how to make sure you’re warmed up before you start running
By Rob Kemp published
If you start strong, you’ll finish stronger – that’s why the right warm-up regimen works for trail runners…

Want to get into shape this year? Check out how para-athlete Jonny Huntington trained to traverse the Antarctic
By Will Symons published
Jonny Huntington is attempting to become the first disabled athlete to traverse all 566 miles from the tip of Antarctica to the South Pole

The curse of winter chilblains – and how to avoid them if you spend time outdoors
By Fiona Russell published
Chilblains seem to come out of nowhere and cause pain and itchiness to fingers and toes – so what can you do to prevent and treat them?

Mythbusting: is sleep two nights prior to a race really more crucial than the night before?
By Lilith Hudson published
The so-called "two-night rule" claims the hours you bank a few nights before race day have a greater bearing on your performance, but is it true?
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