Health & Fitness Features
Latest Health & Fitness Features

What is Giardia? Avoiding tummy troubles in the backcountry
By Julia Clarke published
We take a look at this common source of backpacker’s diarrhea and help you prevent a bout of the runs when you’re out in the wild.

Physical therapy vs chiropractor: who should you see?
By Julia Clarke published
We speak to two health professionals to determine the key differences between physical therapy vs chiropractor

Do water purification tablets really work?
By Julia Clarke published
We take a look at the hows, pros and cons of using water purification tablets on your next wilderness adventure

4 incredible health benefits of morning exercise
By Julia Clarke published
We look at the latest science on morning exercise, and why you might want to set your alarm earlier at least a few times a week

Breathability ratings explained
By Kieran Cunningham last updated
Breathability ratings are a key metric to consider in your pursuit of the perfect waterproof garments. In this post, we explain how they work

Are we getting close to being able to regrow a torn ACL?
By Julia Clarke published
We speak to a top surgeon who is exploring a new technique to help some ACL patients heal better and faster

4 science-backed benefits of evening exercise
By Julia Clarke published
Are you more of a night owl than a morning lark? Turns out there are some great benefits to saving your training for after work

What is the female athlete triad – and plans for recovery
By Fiona Russell published
Expert advice and research reveals the symptoms of the Triad – and ways to avoid the condition or recover after diagnosis
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