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A hiker turning their ankle on the trail

Do you need ankle support for hiking?

By Julia Clarke last updated

We do the legwork on this long running debate, and give you some answers you can use on the trail

Hiking
A woman bouldering above a yellow crash pad

How to fall bouldering: 3 techniques to reduce injury

By Julia Clarke published

We discuss how to fall bouldering as well as common bouldering injuries and how to position your crash pads correctly to help keep you safe

Climbing
A hiker who has hurt their ankle sits down

What to do if you sprain your ankle on a hike

By Julia Clarke published

We talk to two experts about what to do if you sprain your ankle on a hike to help you avoid a common mistake and get to safety without making matters worse

Hiking
A runner holds her back in pain

Running and sciatica: does it have to stop you in your tracks?

By Julia Clarke published

We speak to an expert on the matter of running and sciatica so you’ll know exactly what to do if you start to experience that dreaded pain in the butt

Trail running
How not to bonk

What is overtraining syndrome?

By Julia Clarke published

What is overtraining syndrome? We examine the signs and symptoms of overtraining syndrome, and discuss how to take a more balanced approach to your preparation

Trail running
stress fracture from running

Help! I have a stress fracture from running

By Fiona Russell published

What causes the common runner's injury, how to avoid stress fractures from running, and what treatments are available?

Trail running
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