Think walking sticks are just for grizzled mountaineers or your grandpa on a nature stroll? Think again! Our own personal hiking expert Allie Welsh shares the trail companion that can boost your ...

First Person is a daily personal piece submitted by readers. Have a story to tell? See our guidelines at tgam.ca/essayguide. When I was quite young, my father often took my brother, sister and me ...

My next experiment was to grow a spiral hiking stick. Three years later, it became part of my learning “curve.” I harvested it when the handle diameter was 3/4 of an inch.

which involves walking sticks or trekking poles. Compared to normal walking, the addition of poles or sticks forces the walker to engage the upper body muscles, as well as the lower body, for more ...

Like general walking, Nordic walking can help improve cardiovascular health. One study conducted on patients with coronary ...

In today’s fast-paced world, outdoor enthusiasts are constantly seeking reliable gear that enhances their adventures while ensuring safety and efficiency. The Prime Adventure Tactical Survival Stick ...

“I couldn’t believe how much easier hiking felt, especially while wearing a 40-pound pack,” Ms. Hawke, now 30, said. “I used to think they were just for older people. Now I tell everyone I ...

Hiking burns more calories because trails are generally steeper and more uneven than walking paths, neighborhood roads, or sidewalks. Still, if you don’t have access to trails, walking on steep ...