Our favorite kids winter layers for Forest School, skiing, and outdoor play

In the late summer into fall, dressing kids for Forest School was no big deal. Durable pants, a long sleeve sun shirt, sunscreen, a sunhat and a warmish jacket- and they were good to go. The only minor complaint (from the grandparents) was that they were a little too dirty and had to be washed … Continue reading Our favorite kids winter layers for Forest School, skiing, and outdoor play

Optimizing your endurance and building adaptability during your “off season”

Winter is a great time to build up your endurance and... your grit. For many a consistent and more reliable life schedule sets in, which, if optimized can only foster and help stick to a good training program. Whether you are just beginning to think about a winter training program or took a break after … Continue reading Optimizing your endurance and building adaptability during your “off season”

My gift guide: favorite gifts for the athlete, the adventurer, the traveler, the homebody and the kids

It's mid November, there's snow on the ground and there's already Christmas decor out. How did that happen!? Just a few days ago I was swimming in the ocean off the coast of Italy. Thanksgiving and Christmas seemed so far away. As I recover from jet lag and start to get ready for the coming … Continue reading My gift guide: favorite gifts for the athlete, the adventurer, the traveler, the homebody and the kids