Uphilling” — bypassing ski lifts and gondolas in favor of ascending on human power alone — is on the rise within resort ...

This is the time of year when a lot of Minnesotans plan a midwinter getaway. It could be a weekend at a resort where you can take a dip at the beach. Or a mountain hike in your shorts. Where you can ...

A s a long-standing lover of intense HIIT classes and speedy 5ks, developing a passion for the slow yet stamina-building ...

Alongside the explosive growth of backcountry skiing, numerous ski resorts throughout North America permit uphill access. At ...

We started out strong, but the constant uphill was a struggle Despite our 3:30 a.m. wake-up time, my daughter and I started out strong. We began while it was still dark, hiking by the light of our ...

at an incline is one of the best ways to prime your legs for uphill hiking. The Stairmaster is a great way to prep for rugged mountains and tough trails like the ones in the northeast. If you're ...

The four-mile trail around Lake Ahquabi, in the state park of the same name, is a quiet spot that's a great summertime getaway. Beat the heat in the shade and dip your toes in the water to cool off.

Skiers and snowboarders hike up the hill during uphill access in the early morning at Buck Hill in Burnsville on Friday. (Leila Navidi/The Minnesota Star Tribune) ...

“I wanted my buddies to join me on uphill hikes to experience the beauty of the backcountry experience,” he said. “But my friends were so out of shape, they were too exhausted when they ...

Several travelers recommend hitting the trail early to avoid high temperatures and also suggest pacing for the strenuous uphill hike and the return descent. You'll want to bring plenty of snacks ...