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banish winter blues (mag)
Overcome by annual anxiety, Helen Moat set out on a quest to dispel her low winter mood. Via Lapland, Japan and Britain’s remote and rugged landscapes, she discovers how nature itself has the answers.
What muscles does rowing work? How this all-over body workout will shape your physique
Whether you have access to a boat or prefer to use a rowing machine, rowing is a fantastic workout to engage a wide variety of muscle groups
What is an Ironman? Why it's the ultimate endurance challenge and the world’s toughest and greatest triathlons
The toughest marathon running events in the world – from Exmoor to Kilimanjaro
It's a truly iconic race distance, but which marathon courses are the toughest in the UK and around the globe? Here's our magnificent seven
How long is an ultramarathon? Jamie Laing’s Comic Relief challenge explained – plus the world’s toughest running events
From the spine of Wales to Pennine peaks, here are the UK's toughest ultra-running challenges for 2025 and how they compare to global races
25 for 2025: Fill your summer with exciting outdoor adventures and challenges, from shark spotting to conquering fears
Expand your horizons with our pick of the best outdoor adventures.
Trail running guide: what it is, benefits, what to wear, and getting started
What is trail running, why do it, and what do you need to get involved? We spoke to trail runner Sabrina Pace-Humphreys to find out everything you need to know about how to get started.
Are you tough enough? New brutal obstacle race – World's Toughest Mudder – hits the UK in June
Entries for the endurance event, which takes place in the Midlands on the 28 and 29 June 2025, are now open
What is a trig point? Discover the secrets behind these odd pillars that dot the UK countryside
There are thousands of trig points all over the UK – but who built them, and for what purpose?
Which muscles does cycling tone?
Cycling is a brilliant form of low-impact, cardio exercise. It's great for improving mental and physical health and works more muscles than you think
Hiking for beginners: everything you need to start hiking, including what to wear, safety advice and how to avoid injury
Want to get into hiking but don't know where to start? Check out our beginners guide, including the benefits of hiking, what kit you need and the best form
10 hardest Parkrun routes in the UK – and the world
Looking for a Parkrun that will test your mettle? Here are the toughest routes at home and abroad.
The best mountain bike centres in the UK: discover all-weather trails for every ability
Explore the most beautiful parts of the UK on two wheels at these top trail centres with fantastic facilities
Use nature as your own free gym with these easy outdoor workouts – for any age
Exercising outdoors will not only give you a physical boost, but a mental one too. Here's how to build strength without splashing out on a membership...
How to stay safe scuba diving
Diving into the underwater world is a thrilling adventure, but it’s essential to approach it with safety as your top priority say the experts at PADI
How to start scuba diving, so you can explore endless magical underwater wonderlands
Learning to dive leads to transformational experiences and a lifelong passport to explore and protect our blue planet, say experts at PADI
Why the great outdoors beats the gym: 6 beginner-friendly FREE activities for better fitness and mental clarity
Want to start getting fitter? Forget the gym says James Witts as the outdoors offers far more fun activities
What muscles does skiing work and tone? Why this exhilarating, adrenaline-filled, sport is a great all-body work out
Planning a skiing trip? We explain all the good it does for your body - providing you go easy on the Après-ski
What muscles does walking tone?
Walking is great all-round exercise that uses more muscles than you may think. We look closer at the less-obvious benefits that walking brings
Why is the first part of a run the hardest?
Find out what's the cause behind first-mile fatigue, and how to run though it
Get outdoors this Christmas: best activities, walks and experiences
Whether stargazing somewhere magical or roasting chestnuts over a bonfire, here is a selection of the best outdoor activities to enjoy in the British countryside over the festive season.
Top outdoor clothing picks from Berghaus: waterproof and cold-weather essentials, including raincoats, insulated jackets and fleece layers
The best mushroom identification books of 2025
Forage for fungi confidently with our pick of the best mushroom identification books.
Where to ski and snowboard in Scotland, England and the rest of the UK
Hit the slopes without leaving the UK with our guide to the best places to ski and snowboard in the UK.