Inspiration & Adventure

Accomplished climber, trail runner, and mountaineer Tate Lagasca talks about women that inspire him to reach for the stars.

Adventure athlete and artist Hannah Green discusses the women who inspire her, from Olympian Wilma Rudolph to lesser-known heroines like mountaineer Eleanor Davis and backcountry skier Dolores LaChapelle.

We all know Sabrina Stanley the runner and the current FKT holder of Nolan’s 14, but with all the miles she puts in, it was time to figure out what really makes her tick. And while it was difficult to get her to sit still long enough to ask the big questions, what we learned about Sabrina was certainly enlightening and even brought out some big laughs. It’s not quite 60 Minutes, but this is our sit down with Sabrina Stanley.

Going into each week I like to assess where my body is at and what will be manageable and a good goal for the week. 

It’s time to kick the “is this still happening?” mentality and use your local trail races as a reliable way to kick CORONA in the butt. These community events will give you safe human interaction, high-quality exercise, and maybe most importantly right now, peace of mind.

Race canceled or still looking to squeeze an ultra in before the year is out? We’ve got you covered. There is no denying the world is changing every day, but as of today, we know these races are a go and from a distance, look like they’d be a real hoot. Don’t let COVID get you down, find a race and make it yours.

Today is a great day to feel blue, well even if you’ve been feeling blue all month that’s okay because July is National Blueberry Month. Tiny, juicy, and full of antioxidants, the blueberry certainly deserves more celebration than just a single month, but here we are and the flavors are explosive.  

With the way the world is operating these days, there really is no better time than now to pack up the car and hit the road. Once your family catches wind of your grand idea, they are going to be thrilled that you’re coming to see them, but we’re a ways out from any dedicated family holiday, so this road trip is going about you, stretching the legs, and taking in the natural wonders of our National Parks. With 60 plus parks spread across the country, you shouldn’t have to drive too far before you run into one. And while everyone knows Yellowstone, Yosemite, and even the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with the highest yearly visitors, there are a few that are a little more oriented to putting the tread of your shoe to dirt for miles on end.

Happy 4th of July Weekend, and while the 4th may be a little quieter this year without the big boom and pretty lights, let's celebrate America’s Independence out on the trail. And because you may have an extra day off this weekend, perhaps we can offer some guidance with 5 of the more iconic trails around the U.S. to really earn that third hot dog from the grill.

Surely with all the streaming happening right now you’ve probably cruised through your entire music collection and are dying for a new anthem to help you push further. And while everyone has a different perception of what the best music is while out collecting miles, there are a handful of songs that will provide the aural pleasure for the masses. So, how about a playlist dedicated to songs all about “running”?

While we all wait for the next move and are somewhat restricted to the confines of our homes, we found a few short films to help you get through the day and keep the stoke level high. So when you’re not out on a solo run, hike, or finding other means of exercise, give one of these brilliant (and free!) a watch.

Writing and Photography: Sarah Attar // Olympic Runner, Photographer & Muir Energy Community Lead   Wonderland...