Category: hiking shoes

Before And After Hiking – Preventive Measures Against Ticks

boots help protect against ticks

Many of us love outdoor activities and we often make it a point to head outdoors at least during the weekends with our family or friends. One outdoor activity that most of us do is hiking and although it may be a beneficial activity, it is a risky one too. A common risk that most …

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Are ‘Walking Holidays’ The New Cool Thing?

Active Travel Gains in Popularity Walking holidays are grabbing the attention of fashion-conscious globe-trotters as a way to combine sightseeing with exercise, while reaching locations that many tour operators simply don’t offer. In the UK, Get Walking Day has become so popular that it is now Get Walking Week, and urges everybody to get out …

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Hiking with Plantar Fasciitis

Don’t let plantar fasciitis keep you from enjoying your favorite hiking trail. On a recent hike to Leigh Lake in northwestern Montana, I implemented my new hiking regimen that involves stretching before during and after a rigorous hike. As always, I found that not only is it possible to hike with plantar fasciitis, hiking can …

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