Body conditioning methods for an outdoor adventure

It’s only natural that Fred Glynn, who loves working out and hiking, writes about his passions. For today’s article, he shares methods of conditioning the body for a long hike.

First off, Fred Glynn notes that for reasonably fit individuals, short hikes on novice trails are a piece of cake. However, for longer adventures in the outdoors, one that involves trails of varying difficulties, it’s sometimes not enough to be reasonably fit. People also have to be well-conditioned, which they should start preparing for approximately six to 10 weeks before the actual hike.

Below, Fred Glynn lists some important instructions for hike conditioning exercises.

1. Get in good cardio. A long hike, especially uphill, will test the endurance of a person. Cardio exercises are highly recommended.

2. Work on the legs. A hiker’s legs need to be up to the task to walk hours, even days, and support not just the weight of a person but also those of the hiking gear. Squats and calf raises are ideal for strengthening the lower body.

3. Stretch, stretch, and stretch. Flexibility also plays a huge role in a nature hike. There will be times where hikers will need to overcome obstacles, and they will need to be flexible to do it.

4. Don’t neglect the shoulders and back. For extended periods, Fred Glynn mentions that the shoulders and arms will be bearing the weight of the backpack. Unprepared shoulders and backs will surely cramp up and become all too sore.

Fred Glynn is a running enthusiast. He firmly believes in the health benefits provided by running and jogging. He also loves the outdoors, especially those in Indiana. For more reads on his hobbies, visit this page.