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How to Ski Tour - Episode 6: Spring Skiing
Davide Skiing
How to Ski Tour - Episode 5: Powder Days
Davide and Crew getting ready to ski
How to Ski Tour EP4: Finding Community
Davide Giardini Skiing
The Basics of Ski Touring EP3
Davide Giardini Skiing
Gabe Joyes - Getting Ready for Your Goal Race
Gabe Joyes trekking
Kristina Pattison - Hip Mobility for Runners
Kristina Pattison running on summit
Full range of motion in key joints, like the hips, is vital in reducing risk of injury among runners.  Read more...
Kristina Pattison - Strengthen Your Glutes
Kristina Pattison mountain running
Doctor of Physical Therapy and ultrarunner Kristina Pattison shares four exercises for strong glutes.  Read more...
Kristina Pattison - Two Hip Strengtheners
Kristina Pattison mountain running
Two exercises that help runners build strength and stability, for tackling technical mountain terrain. Read more...
Foot Care for Long Distance Hikes
La Sportiva hiking boots tromping through stream
From weekend backpacking trips, to thru-hiking epics, read these tips to keep your feet feeling fresh. Read more...
Hiking Black Elk Peak and Nearby Areas
Mountain vista
Visit Black Elk Peak, two national parks, Devil's Tower and Mount Rushmore on your next big road trip.  Read more...
Maria Dalzot - Tips for Eating on the Road
Runner in La Sportiva gear near flatirons
Read these travel tips to arrive at the start of your next race properly fueled, hydrated and healthy. Read more...
10 of the Best Coastal Hikes in America
Hiker along the coast
Find a friend who likes long walks on the beach and get ready for La Sportiva's top 10 coastal hikes...  Read more...
Jon Glassberg - How to Climb V15
Jon Glassberg bouldering
Disclaimer: I have not climbed V15 … Yet. But, I am fairly certain I can. Here's a recap from France... Read more...
Maria Dalzot - A Guide for Race Eating
Maria Dalzot running in La Sportiva apparel
Implementing good fueling practices before, during & after races will optimize performance & recovery...  Read more...
Maria Dalzot - Eating to Train, Training to Eat
Maria Dalzot running
Running long distances means that diet plays a crucial role in providing the necessary fuel to train... Read more...
Climbing Tips - Placing Ice Screws
Ice screw in ice
One of the greatest challenges of leading ice is placing ice screws. Here are 5 basic tips to succeed... Read more...
Climbing Tips - Joining Two Ropes
Rope going through bolted chains
Learn best practices for joining two ropes together to rappel or top rope, and which knots are safest... Read more...