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Redefining the Word "Athlete"
Before becoming a parent, I thought I knew exactly what it meant to be an athlete. Being an athlete meant pushing myself to the limit — racing for a personal best, an age group win, or to outkick my nemesis at the finish line.
Christy Mahon’s Big Adventure
On May 16, 2010, Colorado native Christy Mahon became the first woman and the seventh person ever to ski all 54 of Colorado’s 14,000-foot mountains, affectionately known as the “Colorado 14ers.” Because she kept her mission under the radar, her victory came as a surprise to many. Not to her husband, Ted Mahon, though, a mountaineer and ski instructor who accompanied her on every climb and descent.
The Joy of Parkour
As exhilarating as it is acrobatic, this creative fitness discipline is a full-body workout - and a total blast. Here’s how to get in on the action.
Playing With Parkour (Video)
Hear from Tempest Freerunning Academy co-owner Victor Lopez as he talks freerunning versus parkour, and the skills you can start building now to practice parkour.
Behind the Scenes With Christy Mahon (Video)
Skier and mountaineer Christy Mahon, the subject our October cover, talks about conquering all of Colorado's 14,000-foot mountains.
The Parkour Prep Workout (Video)
Add more play to your workout with parkour, a freeform acrobatic-style movement that lets you express your creativity while you raise your heart rate.
The Slosh Pipe’s Sister
"I need to make a slosh pipe," I said to my friend Dave. "No, you don't. I'll make you a…
The Next Game: Tony Sanneh
After 18 years of playing professional soccer, Tony Sanneh retired from the sport in 2010. But “retired” is hardly a word that describes this world soccer great. A native of St. Paul, Minn., he established The Sanneh Foundation, a nonprofit organization, in 2003; its purpose is to provide positive environments - including soccer clinics and camps - for urban youth in America. We caught up with Sanneh by phone to find out more about his projects and passions.
Behind the Scenes with Lolo Jones (Video)
The champion hurdler shares how running has helped her overcome obstacles and set new goals — on the track and off.
From the Middle of the Pack
As an avid researcher, I love to dig up information to help me in my athletic training and for the various topics we explore in the magazine.
A Workout for My Body and Mind
I've never been a very physically active person. For years, to excuse my lack of activity, I've joked with people…
Out on a Limb
Not just for kids, recreational tree limbing challenges you to reach some exhilarating new heights.
Rock Solid: Alex Puccio
At 21, Alex Puccio is already one of the world’s best competitive climbers. Her specialty: Bouldering. Which means hanging on, no matter what.
Behind the Scenes With Alex Puccio (Video)
The professional boulderer talks about how learning new skills and having a little healthy competition keep her motivated.
Deal Yourself In (Video)
Just grab a deck of cards and you'll have a new workout with each hand that's dealt.
Wild Workouts
Why today’s hottest fitness regimens are looking back to our ancient, hunter-gatherer past for the best ways to get fit and live healthy.
Behind the Scenes With Hannah Teter (Video)
Find out about this Olympian's heart for helping others, and how she uses her training to keep her instincts sharp.
Half-Pipe Humanitarian: Hannah Teter
For world-champion snowboarder Hannah Teter, competition and compassion go hand in hand.
Behind the Scenes With Apolo Ohno (Video)
The Olympic champion shares how he uses fitness testing on improve his performance on the ice.
The Science of Speed: Apolo Ohno
Apolo Ohno has used hard work, perseverance and cutting-edge training techniques to become one of the fastest skaters in the world.
Discover Via Ferrata
Via ferrata (Italian for “iron way”) is a mountain-climbing method that lets less experienced climbers enjoy views and adrenaline rushes usually reserved for the pros.