Hayden Carpenter – Outdoor and Adventure Writer

Work and play both stress the neck and shoulders. Here's how to recover.

Here's where the pioneering skier sends it when she's not shredding the backcountry.

Your calf muscles are most likely a little weak and really tight. Here are our favorite stretches and exercises to take care of them.

It's the world's most convenient workout. And the possibilities are endless.

Best practices gleaned from decades of shooting.

Side abs are critical to your overall core strength—don't neglect them.

Soul-sucking whiteouts and not enough food stymied the polar explorer’s best efforts

Michael Clark follows world-class athletes to the far reaches of the earth. This is his go-to gear to get him there.

The renowned polar explorer is on a solo, unassisted, and unsupported South Pole speed record attempt.

The filmmaker and photographer shares his wisdom on how to capture a great shot.

The star of 'Man vs. Wild' only needs a knife in the bush, but how does he survive everyday travel?

Finding the right ice tool is like finding the perfect climbing partner. If you don’t jive or have the same climbing interests, you won’t climb your best or have the most fun. But with so many models of ice tools ...

Knee pain plagues athletes of all stripes. Here's how the experts handle it.

From shorts to shoes, nine gear recs from people who know what they're talking about

We've found the perfect gear totes to help you reach your destination, however far-flung.

Pro mountain biker Katie Holden is on a whirlwind world tour. Here's the travel gear that keeps her cranking.

Build your go-to kit with these recommendations from five professional climbers

From film shoots to climbing fiestas, Shelma Jun is always on the go. This gear keeps her moving.

The long-awaited documentary showcases the world's hardest rock climb and the life of visionary Tommy Caldwell, but it goes only so far into the human element

Ramón Navarro chases swells around the world. Here's the carry-on gear that helps him get it done.