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There’s a common misconception that ultralight backpacking is only for experienced hikers. Maybe that’s because people assume lightweight gear is flimsy and prone to failure, with the potential to leave you hamstrung and cold. Maybe it’s due to the hefty price tags for some ultralight gear, which leads people to assume it’s only for obsessives.

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Huffing and puffing up inclines, struggling to keep up with hiking partners, achy muscles, and jelly legs are universal hiker experiences. They don’t have to be, though. Complete the following workout once or twice per week to prepare your body for the rigors of hiking season. If any exercises are too easy, add a bit

Hitting the trail alone lets you avoid coordinating logistics with others, move at your own pace, and rest when you want. But unlike group hikes, solo adventures require a new level of confidence and safety. Part of training for a solo trip is increasing body control and confidence. Functional movement training can reduce your risk

You’ve scored the vacation time to take that two-week trip of your dreams. Only problem? You’ve never hiked triple-digit miles in one go. The Expert: Marcus Shapiro is a fitness trainer and founder of Fit For Trips. He’s crafted over a thousand training programs for backpackers, targeted at unique itineraries in over 30 countries. The

Training for a high-altitude trek requires both preparing for the demands of the trail—the distance, climbs, and weight on your back—as well as the physical toll of elevation itself. When it comes to getting fit for altitude, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach; Parker recommends taking into account all of the factors you’ll face on trail and

You don’t need to hike longer to go faster. Short, 15- to 20-minute workouts with only 5 to 10 minutes of sprint time is enough to see major gains in as little as two weeks. Add speed intervals into your cardio, no matter what it is, two to three times a week to reap major

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