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    briannekayleen Posts: 35, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 28, 2010, 06:10 PM
    Workout guide for hiking!
    I want to be fit to do some hiking this coming summer. Are there any online workouts that will improve my physical condition and make hiking easier? I will be hiking with a 20 lb. pack then.
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    Dec 28, 2010, 06:34 PM

    Coming from someone who has done many conditioning hikes with 60+lb packs (military) here is some advice.

    This first thing has nothing to do with fitness. Don't over-dress. If it's cold outside don't go wearing a coat on a hiking trip. (bring one) but don't wear it. Wearing one can cause over-heating.

    Secondly, hiking isn't all about legs. Work on your back as well. 20lbs isn't a lot but after 25k it feels like a ton.

    Third (would I say thirdly?) Make sure to hydrate. HYDRATE, HYDRATE HYDRATE. Before, after and during (even if it's freezing cold out)

    Fourth, hiking takes a lot of stamina. If you're a smoker you will need to work on your conditioning more so then a non-smoker as you will get winded a lot quicker.

    Lastly, when I hiked I was always holding a weapon (not sure if you will hold anything) but arms get tired after hiking/walking too.

    To sum it up. Dress appropriate, drink water, work on legs, back, arms and conditioning.

    P.S. Stretch. I almost forgot stretch, stretch, stretch!
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    Dec 28, 2010, 07:02 PM
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    Thank you for the answer... altho I'm kind of looking for a program to follow...
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    Dec 28, 2010, 07:34 PM

    Well I am unsure of specific program but if you know what areas you need to concentrate on Google is your friend!
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