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Top 5 Fitness Trends to Shape Your Workout Routine in 2024
Discover the exciting fitness trends of 2024 that are set to revolutionize your workout routine. From virtual reality workouts to eco-friendly fitness practices, these trends cater to a diverse range of preferences and goals. Stay ahead of the curve with personalized nutrition plans and mindful movement practices for a holistic approach to fitness.
Run Like the Wind: Your Guide to Finding the Best Running Shoes
Discover the secrets behind finding the perfect pair to enhance your performance and protect your feet. From cushioning to stability, this essential handbook ensures you step confidently into every run.
Step Up Your Game: Unleash Your Ambitions with Us!
Step into a new era of empowerment with our revolutionary shoe insoles. Soon, we’ll be unveiling a new line of insoles that doesn’t just keep up with your ambitions, they propel you towards them. Stay tuned to discover how you can conquer your goals, one step at a time. Are you ready to unleash your potential?
8 Amazing Tips to Ramp Up Your Spring Running
Spring is the perfect time to elevate your running game. Learn how to time your runs wisely, incorporate cross-training activities, stretch, foam roll, and set achievable goals to maximize your performance. Embrace the season with a holistic approach to running that ensures progress, prevents injuries, and keeps you motivated and focused.
Unlock Your Potential. Something Revolutionary is Coming…
Ever felt like your every step could be a leap towards something extraordinary? We have a secret, waiting to be revealed – a game-changer for outdoor enthusiasts, skiers, cyclists, basketball tennis players, and others on the court, and anyone who appreciates the comfort of every step in their everyday adventures. Are you ready to step into the unknown with us?
How Ski Boot Insoles Instantly Improve Your Skiing
Uncover how ski boot insoles revolutionize your skiing experience by providing stability, shock absorption, and comfort. Enhance balance, control, and technique on challenging terrains. Research shows custom insoles improve stability and reduce impacts on joints, boosting endurance. Upgrade your gear with ski boot insoles for improved skiing performance.
Essential Tips for Winter Running
Discover the exhilaration of cold weather running and unlock the numerous benefits it offers. From increased calorie burn to a sense of tranquility in a winter wonderland, this article provides essential tips to master the art of running in the cold. Embrace the challenge, stay safe, and ignite your passion for running in winter.
10 Steps to a Perfect Bootfit
Whether you are a seasoned skier or an aspiring beginner, these steps will equip you with the knowledge and techniques you need to find the ideal fit for your ski boots.
Find Your Insole Mate
Discover the importance of finding the perfect athletic shoe insole. From cushioning to arch support, learn how to select an insole that caters to your specific needs and enhances your outdoor running experience.
U.S. Ski Resort Opening Dates 2023
From 49 Degrees North to Yosemite Ski & Snowboard Area, we have the (projected) opening dates for them all. See when your favorite resorts opens.
Winter Boots Essentials: Choose the Perfect Footwear
Get ready for winter with our comprehensive guide to selecting the perfect winter boots. From warmth and waterproofing to traction and insulation, we offer expert advice on keeping your feet warm, dry, and protected in harsh weather conditions. Don’t let the cold weather catch you off guard – stay prepared and comfortable.
Cool Gear Every Skier or Snowboarder Needs
Gear up for an epic winter full of snow and adventure. From boot warmers to a ski rack that sticks to your vehicle, our list of must-have accessories covers everything you need to make this year great. Stay warm and safe with the latest in winter sports gadgets and tech, ensuring your season on the slopes is nothing short of spectacular.
Palisades Tahoe Receives First Significant Snowfall of Season
Palisades Tahoe Receives First Significant Snowfall of Season
Farmers’ Almanac Winter 2024 Extended Weather Forecast
Discover the precise winter weather predictions and practical tips in the Farmers’ Almanac Winter 2024 Extended Forecast. Stay informed and prepared for the upcoming season like never before.
How to Get Fit for Ski Season
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Advice for First Time Skiers: Take a Ski Lesson
ADVICE FOR FIRST TIMERS: TAKE A LESSON! Taking a ski lesson from professionals is a great investment. Instructors know and can demonstrate technique and they also have experience dealing with...
How to Keep Your Ski Gear in Shape
How long your ski gear remains in tiptop condition depends entirely on how well it’s maintained. At least once a season, it’s good to get skis tuned by a specialty shop, where tuning machines can...
Tips for Your Kids Ski Gear
TIPS FOR SUCCESS! Gear for your kids: Always a good year to buy or lease their ski gear. Most kids’ skis are sold as systems, meaning they come with a specific binding. With the way kids grow,...
What to Say When Shopping for Ski Gear
When you go to buy your ski gear, salespeople are trained to open the sale by asking a litany of questions. Be ready to reveal as much as you can about yourself as a skier. Make sure you cover these...
Using Long-Distance Runs and Hikes for Pre-Season Fitness
Prepare for ski and snowboard season with long-distance runs and hikes. Boost cardiovascular fitness, build leg strength, and enhance mental endurance. Explore expert tips and a balanced training routine in this comprehensive guide.
Ski Bindings Made Simple
Bindings are rugged little devices, but like any mechanical unit they can wear out quickly if not kept clean and lubricated. Ski Binding Check At the beginning of the season, do a binding check....
How to Pick Your Perfect Pole
Whether you’re hitting the slopes or exploring rugged terrains, having the right sized ski and trekking poles is crucial. Our comprehensive guide offers valuable insights on measuring techniques and considerations when purchasing these essential companions. From maximizing efficiency to improving balance, we’ll help you find the perfect fit for your adventures.
The Science Behind Shoe Insoles: How They Support Foot Health
Discover the science of shoe insoles – from arch support to shock absorption. Uncover how these unsung heroes enhance comfort, prevent pain, and support your overall foot health.
Maximize Your Workout: 10 Effective Interval Training Exercises
Functional movement patterns fall into six main categories with rotation as a bonus pattern that can enhance any of the other six.
How to Get a Good Fit for Hiking Boots
Finding the perfect hiking boots is essential for a comfortable and enjoyable outdoor adventure. In this guide, we reveal expert tips on how to shop for hiking boots, from understanding the different types and materials to ensuring a snug fit. Get ready to hit the trails with confidence and support!
LEKI Turns 75
In 1948, in the small village of Kirchheim Teck, Germany, Karl Lenhart, an aircraft mechanic by trade, took his precision machinery skills and crafted wooden letters to be used to make signs for the...
The Right Way to Buy Boots Online
You’ll hear nothing but warnings from brick-and-mortar specialty bootfitting shops about buying ski boots online. And for good reason—it’s fraught with trouble, and of course, they would rather be...
6 Tips for a Better Ski Vacation
This winter, thousands of people will head to Colorado and other Western states to hit the slopes for a ski vacation. Even if you’ve already booked your flights, accommodations and lift tickets, you...
Ski Exercises To Get You Ready For The Slopes
Fitness coach Jamie Lloyd offers expert advice on the best exercises to help you prepare for a trip to the slopes.
The World’s 10 Best Functional Exercises
10 incredible, valuable, time-tested functional exercises that will improve your movement patterns, body awareness and total-body power.
The Benefits Of Walking: Nine Reasons To Pound The Pavement
Forget pricy gym memberships, all you need are comfortable shoes to reap the benefits of walking and go for a stroll for your health.
The ABC’s of getting a great bootfit for improved comfort and performance
Visiting with a Masterfit University-trained bootfitter isn’t just about sorting out boot pain and discomfort issues—it’s a chance to completely reboot and elevate your entire skiing experience. A...
8 Common Pains Insoles Help Relieve
Discover how insoles offer relief from eight common pains, including plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, shin splints, and more. By providing targeted support and cushioning, insoles alleviate discomfort associated with overpronation, arch pain, and sensitive feet. Explore how these simple yet effective inserts can enhance your comfort and mobility in everyday life.
Common Medical Conditions Insoles Help Relieve
Americans have achy feet. In fact, 77% of Americans suffer from some type of foot pain and of those people suffering, 1 in 2 say that their physical activity is limited by the pain (National...
Masterfit Pivots to Personal Protection Equipment
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What’s the difference between surgical masks and KN95 masks?
What’s the Difference Between Masks? Wearing ANY mask reduces major entry points for airborne illnesses through the nose or mouth. There are different kinds of face masks designed for different...
10 Amazing (and Attainable) Thru-Hikes Across the Country
Weekend backpacking trips are one of the greatest gifts of the summer. You can get so much in just two to three days: a breathtaking vista, a serene mountain lake, a secluded old-growth forest. The...
Tips for Hikers on Preventing and Treating Blisters
Prevent blisters while hiking: wear proper footwear, break them in, use moisture-wicking socks, take breaks, address hot spots, maintain foot hygiene, carry a blister first aid kit.
Seven Essential Care Products For Your Trainers
Keep your footwear looking and smelling box-fresh as the weather turns. Forget the weatherman. Forget your iPhone’s forecasting app. And absolutely forget your...
The Best Skiing in Vermont: 5 Must-Visit Resorts Close to Burlington
Winter has finally decided to show up in Vermont, and now that the temperatures have dropped and the white stuff has started to fall, the call of the slopes can be answered. Luckily, there are a...
Spring Skiing Checklist: Are You Ready?
For some skiers, spring is a tragic emergence of tulips and aspen leaf buds. In a fairer version of the universe, as they may see it, winter powder days would still be going strong. But other skiers...
