When you think of compression socks, your mind probably jumps straight to that one pharmacy aisle with a weird mixture of first-aid, orthotic insoles, and bandages. The best compression socks, though, are actually a boon for runners, cyclists, and athletes of all kinds, not just nurses and folks boarding overnight flights. Sure, you’ll find them […]
When you think of compression socks, your mind probably jumps straight to that one pharmacy aisle with a weird mixture of first-aid, orthotic insoles, and bandages. The best compression socks, though, are actually a boon for runners, cyclists, and athletes of all kinds, not just nurses and folks boarding overnight flights. Sure, you’ll find them […]
In 1909, a long-forgotten American explorer named Matthew Henson stood on the top of the world. Henson had traveled for months across Greenland’s frozen landscape to reach the North Pole with Commander Robert Edwin Peary. Most members of the expedition turned back during the arduous journey, but Henson — born in Maryland to sharecropper parents […]
A great fishing shirt not only has some built-in good luck but also, more importantly, protects you from the sun and other elements. We get that buying fishing shirts online is hard. You want to know what it feels like when the wind is howling and salt water blows in your face. Or, when you’re […]
If you’re trying to go faster in the water or just get a little exercise, you need a quality pair of swim goggles that don’t leak or fog and stay comfortably in place during your workout. Research has found that ill-fitting goggles aren’t just uncomfortable; they can also increase fluid pressure in the eye (yuck). […]
It’s no secret that staying in shape throughout middle age and later years is tough. For those of us who hunt, that reality hits home even more. The inability to keep your body active also means the inability to get up the mountain. MTNTOUGH’s Preseason Prep 50+ aims to keep you capable in the field. […]
One of the best things about today’s running landscape is the abundance of shoe options. While the variance of modern footwear makes it easier to find a perfect fit, dialing in the right fit can still be a challenge — this is where running insoles come in. The best running insoles can transform a shoe […]
One of the best things about today’s running landscape is the abundance of shoe options. While the variance of modern footwear makes it easier to find a perfect fit, dialing in the right fit can still be a challenge — this is where running insoles come in. The best running insoles can transform a shoe […]
Venturing off-road can provide a mental lift to your weekly routine and reap huge fitness gains. While we’ve all taken our road shoes to the trail, having specific trail running shoes will elevate your off-road game. The perfect shoe is the calculus of individual fit and the type of trail you run on. To collect feedback, […]
Dumbbells can be used for everything from competitive powerlifting training to cardio dance classes. They can apply to a nearly unlimited amount of movements and work almost any muscle in your body. But selecting a dumbbell isn’t as simple as picking one up and lifting it. Dumbbells can range in weight from one pound to […]