Latest health and safety news
Ultra running health risks: is it all bad news?
We speak to a medical doctor and health expert on the latest science regarding the leading ultra running health risks, and what you can do to reduce your chance of injury and illness
What is overhydration? Expert advice for long distance runners
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
Prevent runner’s diarrhea with these 5 expert tips
We consult a sport certified dietician on how to make sure your legs are the only thing doing any running on race day
Do hikers and backpackers need to worry about the plague?
Let’s take a look at the prevalence of the plague in America today, and what you can do to keep yourself safe when you're hiking
Hundreds of Grand Canyon hikers struck down by vomiting bug – how to avoid it
Between April and June, over 200 hikers and rafters came down with a nasty stomach bug at the National Park
Stopped up on the go? How to prevent backpacking constipation
Everything I’ve learned about backpacking constipation along the way, from why it happens to how to prevent it, so you can stay on the go without stopping up
Garmin quietly releases smart blood pressure monitor to keep tabs on your health
The Garmin Index BPM syncs automatically with the Garmin Connect mobile app, and sends you smartphone reminders
What is heatstroke? How to avoid the dangers of hot weather
What is heatstroke? We look at the risks of hiking in hot weather and consider how to approach it safely
