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Lisa Jhung

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The Oko Living yoga rug is like a portable personal gym

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These fun, functional shorts cover all my outdoor adventure needs in unique style

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My favorite two-piece swimsuits designed for active women of any age

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My family and I took six different sun protection hoodies to the Costa Rican jungle. Here’s how they shook out.

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I got my Dovetail overalls for volunteer work at a goat farm. They are so comfortable and protective, they inspire me to do all sorts of labor.

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Six camping blankets that provide comfort and versatile warmth

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We put over 130 running shoes through thousands of miles of long runs, speed workouts, races, and daily jaunts. These 19 emerged as the best.

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Plush, with surprising pep, the updated Nike Vomero is our new go-to training shoe

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Looking for Mother’s Day gift ideas? Why not support one of these brands founded by moms?

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Adventure gear and skills give you an advantage when conquering the challenges of a crowded amusement park

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My portable, sit-anywhere Crazy Creek chair helps me optimize my time, energy, and comfort whether I’m sport-spectating or adventuring

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We put more than 150 trail shoes through hundreds of miles of rocky singletrack, sandy paths, and muddy forests. These 18 emerged as the best.

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Our columnist, an ex-adventure racer, interviews the athlete portrayed in the movie to find out

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We weigh the pros and cons of using a bladder, soft flasks, and water bottles to carry while running

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Challenging myself is always fulfilling, and my new gear has invigorated me this winter

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With more waterproof, cold-resistant, and snow-gripping running shoe models than ever, there’s no excuse to stick to the treadmill this winter

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It was a banged-up pair of demo skis that taught me how to Nordic ski—and embrace the humbling process of learning a new sport

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Your favorite cold-weather layer has a microfiber shedding problem and needs some extra attention

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Paired with a convertible dumbbell/barbell, I have all the weights I need

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As an avid runner, I didn't know what to do with myself once trails became buried under snow. Then I discovered running snowshoes.

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An empty cup comes full of dreams, and so do these other small-price-tag gift ideas

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These shoes provide the best ride on all segments of my pavement-to-path-to-singletrack loop

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We put thousands of road miles on more than 70 new running shoes. These seven emerged as the best.

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Our columnist tested 13 T-shirts for running, sleeping, hiking, and more. These three came out on top.

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How can something that looks so dorky perform so well? Our writer attempts to find out.

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Our tester sacrifices her teeth to find out

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Three life lessons from a teenage make-out over a bonfire

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They taste great and make post-workout nutrition a breeze

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Some experienced surfers might scoff at them, but these user-friendly soft-tops are the best wave-riding gateway drug

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Fifty years from now, we might be walking the Grand Canyon’s valley floor instead of running rapids down a healthy river

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As a veteran gear tester, here’s the apparel that helps me conquer heat and humidity—and lets me focus on the finish line, not what I’m wearing

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Hint: It’s not a yes or no answer—it’s about having options

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These off-road-ready supershoes provide pop while adapting to tippy terrain

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Jean-Luc Diard, cofounder of Hoka, has been innovating in the outdoor world for decades, and he’s not done yet

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I’ve tried dozens of hot-weather tops, shorts, glasses, and hats over the years. Here are my favorites.

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The practice of adventure racing can satisfy a deep-rooted need to strategize and push one’s physical limits. For this writer, it also gave her an unshakeable feeling of escape.

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The athleisure brand debuts an off-road shoe that is as versatile as its fashionable apparel 

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These bargain picks cost half as much as top-end supershoes, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be super in them

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We put the brand’s fit tool—and the shoes’ runabilty—to the test  

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Brooks’s innovative Aurora BL gives your feet both comfort and freedom

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New studies confirm that spending time outside can ease physical symptoms

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Skip the dozen roses and expensive dinner out. With these 11 ideas under $100, give each other the gift of adventure instead.

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Runner, 24, discusses his victorious effort on the reality show, and the hurdles he’s overcome as a transgender athlete

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After testing trail-running kits from dozens of brands in an array of nasty conditions, I’ve found my favorite pieces 

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I signed up for the On Cyclon subscription running-shoe service and get a perfectly clean new pair every three months

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I tested apparel from fifteen brands in all kinds of conditions. Here are my eight favorite pieces for autumn trail runs.

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The brand intends to win over prospective customers with an astonishingly wide range of sizes

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We ran in ten new supershoes and compared their feel and ride so you can narrow your search for the model that best fits your stride and preferences

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Mentorship programs like P1440 and Voice in Sport are helping young athletes connect with a more experienced cohort who can guide them through a wide range of challenges

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Eight picks for pounding pavement

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This shoe brings carbon-plated speed to the masses

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Kicks for logging tarmac miles

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These rugged runners love to rally

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The Speedland SL:PDX might just change how runners think about their equipment

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This year’s fastest kicks for every kind of terrain

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These models will help you push your speed limits

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5 run-centric places ideal for relocating.

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Make quick work of messy terrain

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Kicks for getting faster, from race day to recovery jog

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Pro runner Max King offers tips, tricks, and helpful perspective.

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Strategy and smarts will get you through it.

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The organization marks its five-year anniversary this month.

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Take to the woods with functional features and style.

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The climate organization isn’t just about winter. Here’s why—and how—to make a difference.

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Off-road running is hard. These five smartly designed gear items make it easier.

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Doing the work of even the smallest maintenance exercises does wonders for both body and mind.

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Scandinavian cross-country ski heritage brings technical know-how to running apparel.

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Why gliding on two planks is good for you, and which style is best.

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There’s more to running life than PRs and finishing placements. It’s time to chase a new goal.

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Let's get lost

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On skinny skis, access to socially distant outdoors time is easy. But picking out the right gear isn't.

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The traction, stability, and protection will arm you for adventure.

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We reviewed six traction devices for snowy trails.

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Don’t let a little weather keep you from the trails this winter.

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Here are the best human- and dog-tested accessories that make running trails together easy, comfortable, and fun.

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An exclusive interview with the 2018 cross-country gold medalist.

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Faster splits and higher summits are just around the corner

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These four simple steps can help you optimize your cool down to recover and return to the trail refreshed and faster than ever.

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Here's how to stay safe when trail running in bear country — five encounter scenarios and how to react to each.

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From before your run, to during, to after…We tested the goods.

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