Molly writes about fitness and nutrition from her home in Portland, Oregon. When she’s not at her desk, you can find her teaching history, hiking the Gorge, or hitting the archery range.
Essential First Aid Skills for Outdoor Emergencies By Molly Newman You’re three miles from the trailhead on a sunny weekend backpacking trip, basking in warm rays as you begin your first steep descent of the day. Suddenly, a rock slips…
Cool down with a frosty drink at one of these hot spots around the state by Molly Newman Summer in Utah means two things: long, sunny days perfect for hiking, biking, or running the river…and temperatures guaranteed to work up…
Committed vegan? Sworn meat-lover? Whole foods fan? There’s a race nutrition option that’s right for you. By Molly Newman While you may be able to power through a 5K or even a 10K with no more fuel than a few…
By Molly Newman Like any other holiday, Valentine’s Day invites indulgences: a box of chocolates, a steak and lobster dinner, a luscious, creamy dessert. But on a day that’s all about hearts, doesn’t it make sense to do something nice…
A Look Back (and Forward) In the summer of 1982, a few friends who loved skiing, climbing, and everything else about the great outdoors decided to take a chance. They knew Utah’s Wasatch Range was hitting its stride as a…
Diet and fitness tips for a better, safer ski season. By Molly Newman The first Monday of every ski season brings a plague of snow-related ailments to the office—sore backs, twisted knees, and bone-deep exhaustion. Avoid the curse of the…
Tasty Winter Dishes By Molly Newman In winter just as in every season, a diet rich in a variety of fruits and vegetables is your best bet for getting the nutrients you need. While farmers’ markets may offer slim pickings…
Summer is every outdoor athlete’s favorite season… for the first two weeks or so. But when the temperature’s been stuck above 90 for weeks on end, running, climbing, and biking start to sound less appealing than an air-conditioned room and…
Keeping your Dollars in the Community Matters. Here’s why (and how). By Molly Newman For time-crunched athletes, shopping at a big-box store is just so convenient. You can get your canned tomatoes, your toilet paper, and your garden supplies all…
Run, Walk, or Ride for a Cause TNT-OgdenMarathon-2 By Molly Newman As racing season gets into full swing, runners, cyclists, and walkers are filling out registration forms and eagerly looking forward to their next big event. But for thousands of…