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The benefits of testosterone in menopause – sleep, anxiety, cognition and strength

I have been taking testosterone as a treatment for menopause symptoms for two years. I […]

My kit list for summer mountain leader assessment (also applies to training)

I have qualified as a a summer Mountain Leader in the UK. Before the assessment […]

Review: Salewa women’s Alptrek 50+10 backpack

I have tested the Salewa women’s Alptrek 50+10 backpack on many hiking trips and especially when […]

What is Raynaud’s syndrome? How to cope with numb fingers in the great outdoors

Spending time in the outdoors, whether walking, running or cycling has many health benefits, but […]

Cold Hands While Hiking? 7 Simple Ways to Keep Them Warm on the Trail

If you’ve ever found yourself halfway up a Scottish hill, marvelling at the view but […]

Review: Berghaus women’s Vanguard GTX jacket

I have been testing the women’s Berghaus Vanguard GTX jacket and Berhgaus MTN Guide 32+ […]

Review: Helly Hansen Odin Ultimate Infinity Jacket

I have been testing a Helly Hansen Odin Ultimate Infinity Jacket. I have the women’s […]

Review: Berghaus Farren leggings with ZonalAdapt

I have been testing a pair of Berghaus Farren leggings. The leggings – and trousers […]

Hazel Strachan completes 13th Munro round – and four other hill lists – on the same day

An extraordinary mountain bagger has completed her latest Munro round – and the final summits […]

Review: Camelbak Women’s Zephyr™ Pro Vest for running 

As the popularity of ultra running grows, so does the market for ultra running products. […]

26 things I learned while running the Ultra Tour Monte Rosa

There is a lot more to completing the four-day stage race, the Ultra Tour Monte […]

Review: New ISOBAA merino tops

I am a fan of Isobaa products so I am always happy to give new […]