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Adventures NYC – Come See the City, Stay for the Adventure

As if being in NYC isn’t an experience in and of itself, check out the 8th annual Adventures NYC taking place – tomorrow -  Saturday, June 23rd! With activities and events for all ages, Adventures NYC places you in the middle of what’s happening for gear and activities in today’s outdoor industry.  Brought to you by NYC Parks and Recreation and Backpacker Magazine, and presented by The North Face and REI, the event is FREE and open…read more »

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Ultra Trail Mount Fuji Q&A - May 2012

Interview with Russ Angrignon - North American Western Region Manager - PrimaLoft®, Inc. How was your experience in training for the Mt. Fuji race? Training for a race this length is quite specific to the person and what their race goals are for an event like this. Training to win is very different than training to finish. For Delena and I – our goals are to enjoy the experience, finish without injury,…read more »

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Good Sleeping Habits During the Summer Makes Room for More Fun

Summer is approaching and if you have children, you’ll be spending more time together very soon. You’ve likely got plenty of plans for yourself and your family to get outdoors together. In honor of Better Sleep Month, we have some tips to deal with a major issue that could stand in the way of having your dream summer. Improving the quality and quality of your child’s sleep obviously means your…read more »

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Getting Better Sleep: Work Yourself Up to Wear Yourself Out

It’s Better Sleep Month, and all this month PrimaLoft® is sharing information and tips to help you get a better night’s sleep! Today, we look at the link between exercise and sleep - and specifically, what’s the best time of day to exercise if you wish to obtain a great night of sleep? Read on, friends… We’ve all heard that regular exercise can promote better sleep. I know for myself, when…read more »

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Too Much Sleep

The Better Sleep Council has declared May Better Sleep Month, and here at PrimaLoft®, we want to provide all the tips to get the most our of your night of sleep.  For our third Better Sleep month blog post, we investigate the phenomenon of getting too many Zzzzzzs... Could you ever imagine getting too much sleep? Sleep seems to be something we are all lacking, or talking about lacking, but it…read more »

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Stress and Sleep

As May's Better Sleep Month continues, we look at the link between stress and sleep, and why you shouldn't fall into the vicious cycle. Sleep and stress are inextricably linked. If you don’t get enough sleep, you’re generally stressed. The more stressed you become, the more difficult it is to sleep.  It’s a no-win situation for many.  Here are six reasons why it’s crucial to get adequate sleep, according to Harvard…read more »

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The Art of Power Napping

In honor of Better Sleep Month (May 2012), we’re going to explore the topic of sleep through several blog posts each week this month. Today, we explore the art of power napping. Is a “power nap” possible to squeeze in during your day? If so, how should you go about selecting 30 minutes or so to grab a snooze, and what are the benefits? Here are some tips to find a way…read more »

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National Park Week is under way – pack the car and drive to a Park near you!

April 21 kicked off National Park Week, which  lasts until April 29. What better way to launch the camping/hiking season than to spend a week in one of our nation’s 397 national parks? The week is the National Park Service’s way of giving all Americans a chance to get active, while experiencing the amazing places that make up the National Park System – for free! National Park Week is an opportunity…read more »

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