Get in Hiking Shape (The Right Way)

Do you always feel gassed, slow, and out of breath when you're on the trail? Have you ever wondered why hiking never gets easier—even though you hit the trail all the time? If you think logging more miles is enough to prepare you for steep ascents and rugged terrain, think again! In this video, James Appleton, a licensed hiking guide and certified strength and conditioning coach, breaks down why hiking alone won’t cut it—and what you need to do instead. 🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Video: ✅ Why hiking alone won’t build the strength you need ✅ The key strength training exercises (squats, deadlifts, lunges, and more) to power up your hikes ✅ Progressive overload: The secret to building strength for the mountains ✅ How to improve endurance with zone 2 and zone 3 cardio 🏃‍♂️ ✅ Why you should train like an athlete, not just a hiker for stability, agility, and safety on the trail ✅ How to prevent injuries and build resilience for backcountry adventures Hiking is an athletic endeavor! You’re carrying a heavy pack, climbing steep terrain, and navigating unpredictable trails. If you don’t train your body before hitting the mountains, you’re leaving a lot of potential on the table. 🎯 Stronger muscles = Longer miles 🎯 Ready to Take Your Hiking Strength to the Next Level? 🚀 Get my FREE 5-Day Trail Strength Quick Start Guide – https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aAS26OjWubL-Sf8JSajHyWFu-30AcwcO/view?usp=sharing Here's 2 ways you can work directly with James 🚀 Join the Great Range Athlete Training Team – https://seektodomore.com/6-week-challenge 🚀 One-on-One Coaching – https://seektodomore.com What’s your biggest challenge on the trail? Drop a comment below, and let’s get you stronger for the mountains! 🔔 Like, Subscribe & Hit the Bell for more expert strength and endurance training tips for backpacking and hiking! #HikingTraining #BackpackingStrength #TrailFitness #StrengthForHikers #HikingWorkout #BackpackingWorkout #MountainTraining #TrailEndurance #GetStrongerForHiking #46of46Podcast #JamesAppleton #HikingTips #TrainLikeAnAthlete #HikerStrength #OutdoorTraining