Latest articles by Lily Canter
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This is what happened when I ran a "grateful mile" every day for three weeks
Running Practicing gratitude during runs and dog walks has drastically changed my outlook
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I’m an ultra-runner and these four glute exercises made running up hills feel much easier
Running After 10 weeks of doing these exercises, I could speed up hills with ease
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Four exercises that will make running feel easier if you're a complete beginner
Running Going for a run can sometimes feel like a hard slog, particularly when you’re a beginner, but these four exercises will make it slightly easier
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How to run to lose weight
WEIGHT LOSS Everything you need to know about how to run to lose weight
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I stopped running for a month and tried daily walks instead. Here are five things I learned
Walking Yes, I was reluctant at first, but I discovered that walking is a great way to complement my running program
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Use the run-walk-run method to start running with less chance of injury
Interview Jeff Galloway, the creator of the run-walk-run method known as Jeffing, explains how to Jeff and why everyone from complete beginners to ultra-runners can benefit
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I used bath salts for four weeks to see if they really aid muscle recovery—here's what I found
Recovery Does soaking in magnesium sulfate help soothe muscles? I took regular soaks after my runs to find out
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What is SUP yoga and are there benefits of doing yoga on the water?
Fitness SUP yoga helps boost your balance, works your core, and improves your wellbeing out on the water
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I tried a mindful running app for a month, and it really helped boost my confidence
Mindfulness I signed up to an ultramarathon and wanted to see if meditative runs could improve my performance
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We've tested the best hiking backpacks for short walks and long hikes
Buying Guide From Vaude to Patagonia, we tried the best hiking backpacks to suit a range of budgets, activities, and styles
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The Osprey Talon Earth 22 has great eco credentials, but I couldn't wear it for more than an hour
Review The Osprey Talon Earth 22 is a reliable, durable, and repairable day bag, but it just wasn't that comfortable
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The Peak Design Travel backpack is an excellent bag—but not for hiking
Review The Peak Design Travel backpack is perfect for plane and train journeys, but the clever design makes quick access a pain
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The Patagonia Altvia Daypack is a perfect hiking backpack for lightweight day hikes
Review The spaciousness of the Patagonia Altvia Daypack was great for the price, but I wouldn't use it for multi-day trips
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The Helly Hanson Transistor could have been a great hiking backpack, but it can't handle the rain
Review The Helly Hansen Transistor has so much internal storage, but the lack of waterproofing is baffling
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After walking with the Vaude Brenta 30, I think this could be the greatest hiking backpack
Review The Vaude Brenta 30 is as close to a flawless hiking backpack you can find; comfortable, customizable, and waterproof
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The Fjällräven Ulvö 30 is a great commuting backpack, but it isn't ideal for longer hikes
Review Beautiful design and great functionality, but the Fjällräven Ulvö 30 is better for commuters than hikers
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What are the benefits of outdoor exercise?
Fitness There are many benefits of outdoor exercise, from stress reduction to burning calories and better sleep
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What's the difference between trekking and hiking?
Fitness From what to wear to how to tackle tricky terrain, experts demystify the differences trekking and hiking
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Does hiking build muscle?
Fitness Does hiking build muscle? Here’s how this outdoor activity affects your strength
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Workout to lose arm fat: everything you need to know
FITNESS Looking for ways to workout to lose arm fat? We tell you how it works and give you exercises to target your upper body
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How to stay safe when hiking
Thinking of heading off into the hills? Here are some expert tips on how to stay safe when hiking.
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The Scarpa Golden Gate ATR shoes are great for rugged settings, but not for urban environments
Billed as a transitional shoe, the Scarpa Golden Gate ATR is responsive on trails but less convincing on the roads
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Trail running vs road running: which is better?
Pavements or trails? Here's everything you need to know about trail running vs road running
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Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 review: A roomy shoe great for training on the trails
Review The Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 is a comfortable light fit thanks to effective updates
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