All Content By: Jeff Kildahl, Wellness Editor

Many of the rewards of snowshoeing are mystical and intrinsic. The same is true for trail running. The sports are complementary whether one is racing or communing with nature.

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Suspended bodyweight training is a simple, low-tech exercise modality, offering a no-frills yet mercilessly effective way to take your training anywhere. It leverages gravity and the user's bodyweight. The TRX Suspension Training system offers innumerable benefits to the snowshoer.

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Recovery from a workout or snowshoe outing at the cellular level is paramount in sport performance and wellness. Consuming the appropriate ratio of nutrient-dense, alkaline-forming, easily digestible food will minimize recovery time. Assimilation of these nutrients in the form of a smoothie will rapidly enhance recovery.

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The Kahtoola KTS Steel Crampons take traction to a new level.

This snow travel system was designed for winter hiking, trail running, adventure racing, non-technical mountaineering, and glacial travel. The versatile KTS Crampons offer a lightweight and compact approach to staying on your feet. They are ideal for moderate and steep snow ascents and especially suited for rocky terrain. The fact that they have been used to climb Mt. Everest ought to provide some comfort if you decide to use them on ice or when shoveling snow.
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One of the keys to wellness and sport performance is to ingest nutrient dense whole foods. Assimilation of these vital nutrients is determined by its form. Smoothies will be more easily assimilated by your body than eating solid foods. Plant-based foods will be more easily assimilated than meat-based foods.
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It is likely that applying ice to sore muscles and joints is the last thing on the mind of any snowshoer who just spent a few hours in cold temperatures and snow.

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This book is designed to assist you in taking your snowshoeing and outdoor experiences to the next level. The Outdoor Athlete will prepare you through rigorous training and flexibility programs to maximize your outdoor enjoyment.

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There is no point in snowshoeing if one cannot see where s/he is headed. Take it from someone who is extremely rough with sunglasses. If you have ever been blinded by the reflection of the sun off the snow you know what I mean.

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The beauty of snowshoeing is that it can be done most anywhere at anytime. We know how exhilarating it is to snowshoe during the day. Sunset offers an entirely different level of exhilaration for the snowshoer.

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'You become what you think about.' --Earl Nightingale

The art of snowshoeing has been in existence for more than 6,000 years. It has morphed into several disciplines separate from each other yet connected to the mastery of the sport. The versatility of snowshoes allows us to creatively use them on ice, sand, mud, grass, and the like. Nothing compares to snow.

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Snowshoeing has been in existence for more than 6,000 years. It is incumbent that we take the lead to ensure its existence for at least another 6,000 years. Read full story

Stress is widespread in our society. Stress is anything that causes mental or physical strain regardless of its origin and the consequences are far-reaching if it is not tamed. Our beloved sport is stressful—like it or not.

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Snowshoeing requires a lot of energy no matter your level of fitness. Proper training and recovery are vital to each outing. The food we ingest should nourish and provide energy—not drain it from our bodies. The quality of your diet is paramount to your snowshoeing endeavors. Read full story

Snowshoeing expends an incredible amount of energy. Snowshoers are aware said effort is both light on our joints and Mother Earth. Nutrition has a profound impact on our performance and recovery. Our health is directly linked to the food we eat. Each bite affects the environment. Food quality plays a prominent role in long-term health. Read full story

UVEX has a habit of producing lightweight yet functional high-performance eyewear for athletes across the globe. The Crow Ultra is no exception. This featherweight is outclassed only by its durability.

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Learning to snowshoe is not difficult. Anyone able to walk can usually learn how to snowshoe within 50-100 meters without struggle. Soon thereafter you will begin to discover with each footstep the ethereal aspects of our sport. Read full story

The Off Chute 18 Ski Pack was designed for daylong excursions to the slopes by backcountry skiers and snowboarders. Snowshoers will also benefit from the award winning backpack from The North Face. Read full story

Outdoor sports performance apparel must meet the demands of its athletes and the rigors of Mother Nature. Synthetics must now compete with innovative technology from New Zealand in lightweight performance gear. Read full story

"Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far they can go." - T.S. Eliot The snowshoe season has officially ended in most parts of the world. Off-season training regimens are important because what you do now will have a dramatic impact upon your snowshoeing a few months from now. The benefits of a consistent off-season regimen will be profound whether you use your snowshoes to leisurely walk on trails with your family, photograph nature, hike at altitude, or partake in elite competitions. Read full story

"Suffering is the sole origin of consciousness" --Dostoyevsky Although the snow is receding across the globe it is not the time to become complacent about your snowshoeing. Spring is an opportune time to downshift, reflect, and plan your off-season workout schedule - it will snow before you know it. Read full story

‘Resistance is the creator of all great things.' --Heraclitus Your core region is as important to your snowshoeing as is the foundation to your home. Previous columns have highlighted various ways to strengthen your abdomen, pelvic girdle, back muscles, and so forth. Pilates is another mode to consider if you desire to toughen your powerhouse region and truly enjoy our sport. Read full story

"Our deepest fears are like dragons guarding our deepest treasures." -- Rilke It's one thing to subject your body to contortionist positions through yoga. It's quite another thing to experience the high-velocity, titillating numbness of being ‘cracked’ by a chiropractor. Read full story

"The ultimate cause of human disease is the consequence of our transgression of the universal laws of life." --Paracelsus Snowshoe manufacturers have created a plethora of choices when it comes to our sport. Diligent research by the savvy snowshoer will help mitigate potential headaches in the process of ultimately purchasing the model for his/her needs. Read full story

"Think with the whole body." --Taisen Deshimaru Last month yoga forms provided the snowshoer extensibility. This month we touch upon the benefits of massage and acquaint you with a few prevalent methods for achieving wellness and sport performance. Read full story

"If you are true to your practice, complexity will dissolve.' --Venerable Khandro Rinpoche Snowshoeing and yoga have a deep-rooted history. Both have been in existence for thousands of years. Both are among the fastest-growing pursuits. We know the ever-increasing prominence of snowshoeing. It is estimated that 18 million people practice some form of yoga in the United States. Both require discipline and commitment. Obviously neither endeavor is a fad. Read full story

Change is a good thing. The light of day is shortened by the beckoning darkness, geese are flying overhead, the angle and intensity of the sun is different, there is a noticeable nip in the blustery wind. September is the advent of the football season, the apple picking excursions, the commencement of another school year, and the rest of it. Read full story