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Why Training For Hiking Is So Important

5/31/2020

What are you trying to do when training for a hike? Are you just trying to get fit? Or is there a bit more to it?

Box Jumps For Hikers

5/31/2020

Box jumps, lunge jumps and hurdle hops. I am sure you have seen these at the gym before. And while in some situations these can be incredibly beneficial for hikers, trekkers and mountaineers, the way most people use them in their training, is a short road to pain, mishap and injury.

Let me tell you why:

The Trekker's Black Hole

5/31/2020

You have booked yourself onto the adventure of a lifetime. And you are counting down the days until this life-changing experience. But in the meantime, what are you supposed to do?

This morning I was training long time client Steve and we were discussing what we had previously coined 'The Trekker's Black Hole...'

Training For Mountaineering: Getting Strong Without Putting On Muscle

5/29/2020

In this video lecture, I explain precisely how a mountaineer can develop their strength without running the risk of putting on extra weight (which they have to carry up the mountain).

TFT86: The Best Piece Of Hiking Equipment

5/27/2020

In this episode, I explore the benefits of my favourite piece of hiking equipment, the trekking pole!

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