This one is likely to kick off a Royal Rumble of debate – what is the best martial arts for fitness? Of course, each discipline enhances your fitness and contributes something in terms of cardio, strength, functionality, and mental fortitude. The question of which is best is tough to answer. It depends on the involvement and dedication of the practitioner. In this blog, we’ll look more closely at a few martial arts, focusing on how they enhance the body and which muscles groups they target. You will discover huge improvements to your fitness if you put consistent effort into any one of these a ..read more

This Bench Squat Deadlift ratio calculator is a tool designed to bring science and precision to your training regimen. In the world of strength training, achieving a balanced physique and optimal performance hinges on more than just lifting heavier weights—it’s about the harmony between different muscle groups and the lifts that target them.  By analyzing the relationship between the three cornerstone lifts of any strength program—the bench press, squat, and deadlift—this calculator offers insights into your current strength levels, highlights imbalances, and guides you towards a more ba ..read more

The benefits of night hiking might not be apparent when you first think about it. Surely, it’s just more dangerous to be rummaging around on a trail in the dark? In fact, there are many unique avenues to enjoyment when you hike in the early hours, or after sunset. Night hiking is most often attempted just after sunset and before sunrise. To do it safely, hikers are often advised to invest in a headlamp or flashlight with a red-light setting. This is better for night hiking than the standard white-light setting. Human eyes are less sensitive to the red light’s longer wavelengths and you night v ..read more

Gather round campers, it’s time to introduce first time buyers and recent converts to the winning features of wall tents. You can really sum up what these designs offer in three words: versatility, space and durability. Learning from years of feedback, wall tents have evolved and gained benefits from advisors who pretty much live outdoors. The Alpha Wall Tent, for example, has been transformed into a home away from home. Every tent they offer is built to brave any season, sized for large families or hunting groups. Even the glampers out there will be delighted by these spacious designs, which ..read more

Now, we’re on the hunt for the best ski resorts in Austria and we’ve packed our list with everything from mega-resorts to secret hideaways. It’s easy to get lost among the wooded slopes and snow-capped peaks, so hopefully this will give you an array of bases to choose from. It’s true you’re never short of alpine villages and charming resorts in Austria – it wasn’t easy to whittle our picks to a list of favourites. And yet, with jägerbombs in hand and bottles of schnapps inbound, we hunkered down and tried our best to include something for everyone. Table of Contents Spiritual Home Of Après S ..read more

For this blog, we’ve picked out a few unusual nature apps to explore how they might benefit your next adventure outdoors. With these tools in hand, you can identify bird songs, recognise plant species and expand your navigational capabilities. The way in which we experience the outdoors will always fluctuate and evolve. We don’t want to encourage you to venture outside with your eyes buried in a screen. However, these apps offer interesting insights and innovation that might actually enhance your next foray into nature. Smartphone apps are filled with unique resources that can help you get mor ..read more

Fear not, first time buyers, we’ve picked out our favourite Patagonia hard shell jackets for women as part of this introductory guide. We’ll explore the features of hard shell jackets and give a general overview of what you should be looking for. Firstly, a hard shell jacket is completely waterproof. It’s the protective layer you need when monsoon season presents you with a downpour. That’s why backpackers and outdoor explorers love these jackets so much. In short, a hard shell is an impermeable layer of plastic with a breathable membrane to keep you cool and dry at all times. Even a thin hard ..read more

Ready to take on a more sustainable lifestyle? The world is changing and we know that our choices weigh heavily on our planet. Every day we have an opportunity to shift our trajectory and be more conscious of our environment, the climate and other species. All the permutations of life, like what we eat and how we shop, have an impact. This is why so many of us become paralysed by in decision. How many children do we have? Can we justify several flights a year?    This is why a popular movement has gained traction, which basically focuses on ‘choosing wildness’. A life outdoors has ne ..read more

We’re back with our feet fitted snugly into a selection of Helly Hansen hiking boots. It’s hard not to feel at home when you’re dealing with a brand that takes such rightful pride in their heritage. Helly Hansen has been keeping adventurers outfitted for over 140 years. Starting out in Norway, the brand can always be relied upon to deliver professional grade gear that performs when it counts Table of Contents Rich History, Bright Future 10. Women’s Montragon HELLY TECH® Waterproof Hiking Boots 9. Women’s Traverse HellyTech® WATERPROOF Hiking Boots 8. Women’s Featherswift Trail Running Shoes ..read more

In recent years, the landscape of nutrition and dietary choices has witnessed a remarkable shift, with an increasing number of individuals embracing plant-based lifestyles. Within this growing movement, plant-based proteins have taken centre stage, evolving far beyond the stereotypical images of tofu and lentils. This paradigm shift is not only transforming the way we eat but also challenging preconceived notions about the limitations of plant-derived protein sources. Table of Contents Diverse Sources of Plant-Based Proteins Tempeh: The Fermented Powerhouse Seitan: The Wheat Protein Wonder ..read more