On a budget? You can still have rad adventure gear.

Adventure’s a state of mind. You just have to tap into it— along with the costume box.

Your physiology changes your body’s response to exercise during your menstrual cycle!

You realize you’ll have your period during the big run, of course. But what if it isn’t so bad after all?

You’ll love this podcast episode for outdoorswomen who have menstrual cycles.

I wear sparkly earrings as my shoes pound single-track and my sweat soaks my tank top. I bleed on my period as I tighten my crampons and grab my ice axe. I carry knives and matches alongside flowy skirts and that weird all-natural bright red lipstick I love. This in-between is my Happy Place.

No need to worry about me.

Save these tips for the next time Aunt Flo coincides with your trip!