In this episode, I discuss how a hiker or trekker can prepare their bodies to handle an often unmentioned part of the trail, descents. 

When it comes to Training For A Trek, there are so many different training methods you can use. And while there will never be one 'best' way of training, there are a number of methods in the trekking world which might seem good in theory, but in the real world are entirely overrated.

In this episode we dive deep into some specifics on how hikers and trekkers can Train To Carry A Heavy Pack.

If you are trying to Get Fit For Trekking it can sometimes be difficult to know exactly you should be doing. And there is SO much information out there, it can get  incredibly confusing!

Go on any hiking, trekking or adventure forum and you will see the same words repeated over and over:
'The best way to train for hiking, is to go hiking'...

And this is true, but only up to a point...

There are many times when hiking isn't the best way to train for hiking.

And when doing all your training on the trail, might be doing you more harm then good...

Do you want to know How To Train For A Heavy Pack? This is one of the most common questions I hear from hikers and trekkers. But unfortunately (like many things in the hiking world) the usual advice isn't much help...

Common answers like 'go hiking with a backpack', 'build up slow' and 'get your pack fitted' are really nothing more then common sense. And in my eyes, they don't do much to solve the actual problem...

The goal of this article is go beyond the generic answers that have been shared hundreds of times and give you some genuine and practical strategies to help you best prepare for the rigors of heavy pack hiking.

If you are Training For A Trek, nothing can substitute for actually getting time actually hiking on the trail.

Its specific, it's fun and it gets you out of the gym!

But a lot of trekkers fall short with this type of training and really don't make the most of its potential benefits.

With a little thought, a little planning and a little organisation, you can turn your trek training into an incredibly effective tool to help you towards a safe, enjoyable and successful adventure. 

Here are four principles to make the most out of your trek training...