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Strength Training For Hikers - Some Very Important Advice

4/7/2021

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In this episode, I explore some incredibly important advice for any hiker who is looking to get the most out of their strength training.

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A Great Muscular Endurance Workout For Hikers

3/18/2021

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This article and video shares a fantastic home workout a hiker can use to improve their leg endurance. Ultimately, this will help strengthen your elevation hiking, make heavier pack carries easier, and improve your speed on the trail. 

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A Great Strength Workout For Hikers

3/14/2021

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In this article and video, I explore an incredibly effective strength workout, which a hiker can use to increase performance and comfort on the trail, and reduce their likelihood of pain or discomfort.


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The Best Exercises For Uphill Hiking

8/5/2020

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As hikers, we are well aware that uphill hiking can be tough. Burning legs, red faces and heaving lungs, it can be a genuine challenge on many adventures. And if you throw a heavy pack in the mix, it can turn into a real ordeal.

When it comes to training for uphill, a hiker needs to be smart. While getting your legs strong is always going to be good, there are a few specific exercises which will help you more in this situation. This article will share with you three of the best strength exercises a hiker can do, to turn their uphill hiking into a walk in the park.

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5 Rules For Mountaineer Strength Training

8/1/2020

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Learn five simple rules a mountaineer can use to get the most out of their strength training, in the least amount of time. There are essential to follow to best improve your performance on the mountain.

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TFM9: How Mountaineers Can Stay Strong All Year Round (Part 2)

7/26/2020

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In this episode, we have part two on how a mountaineer can stay fit all year round. And specifically, we are talking about how a mountaineer can stay strong all year round.

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Strength Training For Mountaineers (You Are Not A Bodybuilder!)

7/22/2020

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Strength training has some phenomenal benefits for any mountaineers out there. But, as a whole, mountaineers aren't great at putting together a well rounded, structured strength training program.

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The Best Strength Training Exercises For Mountaineers

7/8/2020

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Strength training has some phenomenal benefits for any mountaineers out there. But all too often, mountaineers are asking what the 'best' strength exercise are for them? So today, I share my list of favourites.


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TFT98: Quick Gym Tips For Hikers

7/8/2020

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In this episode, I discuss a few quick gym tips for hikers, to help you avoid making the same mistakes I have made in the past.

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TFM4: The Benefits Of Strength Training For Mountaineers

6/21/2020

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In this episode, I explore the fantastic benefits strength training can provide and why it is essential in your mountaineering preparations!


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