Honestly, seeing alternative exercises for accessibility was so refreshing as a hiker with chronic pain. There are days I can hike miles and days I can't leave my bed, so seeing an option to gently stretch those muscles is so appreciated.
Me too but for me it’s worse when I ate something containing a lot of Histamine (even healthy food contains Histamin unfortunately). Maybe that could help you too?!
Thank you REI for posting this. I'm 4/6 now for Saranac 6. Started this workout earlier this year after Haystack basically ate me for lunch. Just did Scarface no problems. Still have the most difficult 2 left - we'll see! Agree with Rafel about the "just go hiking" comments - that's great if you live someplace where that's feasible and don't have a 50+ hours a week desk job. Or are in your 20s and already very fit. I'm 59, spend 5 days a week sitting in front of a computer, and only get to go hiking a few times a year. If I don't do something like this workout I would have to stick to flat easy trails.
I live in a mountain valley, surrounded on all sides by beautiful bushland, but I don't have a car to actually _get_ to any of it. The ppl commenting that are moronic; from work schedule to parenting to carer commitments to transport issues to physical condition...there are so many reasons why the Nike swoosh mentality is _not_ the correct response, in this case.
Always see many stupid comments “just go hiking” - for those who are starting hiking, remember that for all sports, you need muscle protection and strength to have better results. Or it would be easy to say to a swimmer, just stay in the pool and you will be the champ....
This and being told but you do ten to twelve miles walking a day. That isn't the same as walking on uneven ground, needing to lift your foot all the time for rocks, branches, inclines, and then the rock scrambling that require also more arm workouts because I am short and crawl. How is walking forward with no need for leg strength the same as going up a hundred flight of stairs?
Very well explained and so nice to have easiest alternatives to each exercise. I recently have a cardiac incident, but now I want to start hiking. So this is like a gift to me. Thank you so much, Greetings from Argentina.
Enough physical strength is really important, but the reflection on the scene and the condition of the mountains and forests is the safest way to actually walk through.
I just stretch and load up my rucksack, then go on long day hikes with heavy gear. More weight than my normal base weight. When it comes to the exciting first day of an adventure my pack feels so light because of those training hikes. My traps are strong but they can get sore still.
Hey Jessica, A large box might be a too large to start with. Perhaps try starting off with safely using a curb or stair in a staircase. Once you feel comfortable with that, you can try a small step stool.
I've never done any hiking in my life. But i think i want to start. And im rather overweight atm. Obviously i gotta work on that. But i work on my feet most of the day. Ive heard that helps with training. Is that true, Dr.?
Hi Jerome! Yes. While 15-20 is recommended, it's fine to work up to that. Of course, it's always good idea to consult with your doctor before starting any new workout routine.
A warning for those who have never done theses sort of exercises, really should be added. The first exercise through my knee out and I couldn’t put weight on it for weeks. Thanks!
just went for my 45km duke of ed hike, and running a lot is gonna probably be better training than this, and maybe some lower back and trap exercises incorporated.
Hard to beat strapping your pack on and building your strength by getting out there and building to bigger and bigger trips with supplementary cardio and strength in between. Obviously thats not an option for everyone
You're talking about training for power (which is by the way any training you do, I think you were reffering to strength) bit you 'drown' it in a sea of endurance based exercises so it has literaly no effect
If you've been in the woods your entire life you're probably used to doing things like this naturally outside. This video may be useful to people like myself who have never hiked before
Honestly, seeing alternative exercises for accessibility was so refreshing as a hiker with chronic pain. There are days I can hike miles and days I can't leave my bed, so seeing an option to gently stretch those muscles is so appreciated.
Me too but for me it’s worse when I ate something containing a lot of Histamine (even healthy food contains Histamin unfortunately). Maybe that could help you too?!
This is very similar to something we did with a client training for a major hike, she had great success. Solid workout add ons!
This is great! Honestly learned a lot of helpful tips here. Would love some ankle strength exercises as well!
Weak and unstable ankles here. I have a hard time hiking almost all the time and get pain. I would also love ankle strengthening exercises.
Look up kneesovertoes guy for ankle and also knee stability and strength! I’m starting with tibia raises and sledding backwards
Thank you REI for posting this. I'm 4/6 now for Saranac 6. Started this workout earlier this year after Haystack basically ate me for lunch. Just did Scarface no problems. Still have the most difficult 2 left - we'll see! Agree with Rafel about the "just go hiking" comments - that's great if you live someplace where that's feasible and don't have a 50+ hours a week desk job. Or are in your 20s and already very fit. I'm 59, spend 5 days a week sitting in front of a computer, and only get to go hiking a few times a year. If I don't do something like this workout I would have to stick to flat easy trails.
I live in a mountain valley, surrounded on all sides by beautiful bushland, but I don't have a car to actually _get_ to any of it.
The ppl commenting that are moronic; from work schedule to parenting to carer commitments to transport issues to physical condition...there are so many reasons why the Nike swoosh mentality is _not_ the correct response, in this case.
Always see many stupid comments “just go hiking” - for those who are starting hiking, remember that for all sports, you need muscle protection and strength to have better results. Or it would be easy to say to a swimmer, just stay in the pool and you will be the champ....
Yep! Plus some of us live in incredibly flat areas and travel to hike so it’s not like we can do it often.
This and being told but you do ten to twelve miles walking a day. That isn't the same as walking on uneven ground, needing to lift your foot all the time for rocks, branches, inclines, and then the rock scrambling that require also more arm workouts because I am short and crawl. How is walking forward with no need for leg strength the same as going up a hundred flight of stairs?
I hurt my back hiking and needed exercises to get it back to where I could go hiking again.. works
I agree. You’re right
Very helpful! I would love to see these exersizes as a follow along video.
Even though I hike NJ/NY regularly, add'l strength training is a great idea. I really like the use of an exercise ball too. Thanks REI
Very well explained and so nice to have easiest alternatives to each exercise. I recently have a cardiac incident, but now I want to start hiking. So this is like a gift to me. Thank you so much, Greetings from Argentina.
That squat form is superb! Yass!!
The Host voice was soothing. Great video, thanks
We're glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching 😊
Enough physical strength is really important, but the reflection on the scene and the condition of the mountains and forests is the safest way to actually walk through.
Thank you for this! I’m gonna implement these to my daily workouts
Great idea - happy hiking!
This is great. I am starting a hiking journey to Mt Washington. Thanks.
Great video. I am jealous of whoever owns the house you filmed this in. Love all the timber
I just stretch and load up my rucksack, then go on long day hikes with heavy gear. More weight than my normal base weight. When it comes to the exciting first day of an adventure my pack feels so light because of those training hikes. My traps are strong but they can get sore still.
Excellent video - great demonstration including how to make them easier+. Thanks!
This is fantastic! Thank you so much!! Great for when you can't get out to train on the mountains. 👌🏼😁
Really great presentation. Careful though with those side planks if you have any shoulder issues.
amazing what one can do with a few simple tools and some knowledge. Thanks for sharing.
Good stuff. All directly useful for hiking.
awesome, thank you
Great video! And I work with Ana. 😀
Many many thanks!!!
Loving all these videos! Thank you.
This the type of video that comes on the TV at the hospital when you're in the waiting room.
wow this was on point
We're glad you found the tips helpful.
Good stuff. I appreciate the concise instructions and the demo is well done. It looks like I’ve got some work to do. Thanks for the help.
Is there an alternative to the bridge hamstrings curl?… without the ball?
Great videos. Helps a lot
Hey Thanks big help
You are welcome. We're glad it was a help, Bill!
This is really helpful. Thank you!
what is the height of the step you're using?
Also do not forgot to work on endurance! But yes, you can definitely and should take breaks during hikes when needed.
What about intense cycling? I incorporated fast cycling for about an hour. It could be enough for building necessary power for climbing slopes.
6:24 Sets and reps list
Great video
Trying to find something to step up on but only have a bench or large box wonder if it’s too steep.
Hey Jessica, A large box might be a too large to start with. Perhaps try starting off with safely using a curb or stair in a staircase. Once you feel comfortable with that, you can try a small step stool.
Great!
Great intro!😮
Thanks for this video!
How long should we train before we go on our first simple week hike and a Thru-Hike of much longer distance?
I need to do some this everyday
This video is awesome, but what really caught my eye is all the desk space devoted to firewood storage. That’s _gotta_ be a code violation.
I've never done any hiking in my life. But i think i want to start. And im rather overweight atm. Obviously i gotta work on that.
But i work on my feet most of the day. Ive heard that helps with training. Is that true, Dr.?
Question: Do they need to be 15-20? Can I do 12?
Hi Jerome! Yes. While 15-20 is recommended, it's fine to work up to that. Of course, it's always good idea to consult with your doctor before starting any new workout routine.
a quick auditory description of each exercise would help make this accessible to the visually impaired
What about daily hiking, as prep for hiking?
I want this person's life.
I'm going in 1 week
and seriously I'm worried I get tired so easily
How’d it go?
How was it?
how
I’m confused why rucking is never a recommendation for any of these training videos or plans.
Anyone else came here to see how to train? 😉😛
Start by hopping on a treadmill and playing one of my long hiking videos!
if you dont; want to do any of these then you can go for running
A warning for those who have never done theses sort of exercises, really should be added. The first exercise through my knee out and I couldn’t put weight on it for weeks. Thanks!
All of this too boring for me, rn i proceed heavy squats, lunges, pistol squat, leg curl and finished by calf raise, Dragon flags and winshield wipers
just went for my 45km duke of ed hike, and running a lot is gonna probably be better training than this, and maybe some lower back and trap exercises incorporated.
No rep on that first squat. She’ll never make the cut
Put rocks in pack, put pack on back, start walking.
I’d suggest using water bottles. You can drink or dump them. Not as hard on the pack.
Just get out there and do. Stop making a big production about of stepping out your door.
Why not just hike ?
Step 1: walk.... there is no step 2
Steve Wallis says you are wrong.
Just put one foot right in front of the other. That's what I was always told.
Romans 10:13
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
Hard to beat strapping your pack on and building your strength by getting out there and building to bigger and bigger trips with supplementary cardio and strength in between. Obviously thats not an option for everyone
You're talking about training for power (which is by the way any training you do, I think you were reffering to strength) bit you 'drown' it in a sea of endurance based exercises so it has literaly no effect
Just train stairs.
I've been in the woods my whole life, and I'm here to say that this is unnecessary.
If you've been in the woods your entire life you're probably used to doing things like this naturally outside. This video may be useful to people like myself who have never hiked before
don't knock what may help others just because YOU don't do it.....
Yes...but actually no
@@doms.6701 please stay in the suburbs.
*laughs in Recovering Spinal Injury*
These are all great, but try doing it barefooted if you can. Really strengthen those neglected muscles in the feet.