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  • Опубліковано 13 лип 2024
  • If you're just getting into hiking or you aspire to do longer hikes to loftier places, then doing some preseason training can be a big help. The eight exercises Dr. Sam shows in this workout plan are designed to target areas that power you up the trail mile after mile: They increase strength in your core and major leg muscles, and help build endurance in those same muscle groups.
    In this video, we’ll show you the following exercises:
    Hip Roll-0:43
    Jump Squats-1:27
    Step Up-2:01
    Heel Down-2:37
    Bridge with Hamstring Curl-3:27
    Squat Curl Overhead Press-4:10
    Hip Clock-4:49
    Side Plank with Leg Raise-5:35
    And for more information on training for hiking, check out our article: www.rei.com/learn/expert-advi...
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  • @micahclark4092
    @micahclark4092 4 роки тому +79

    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.

    • @SurfergirlKH
      @SurfergirlKH 10 місяців тому

      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?!

  • @rafa_117
    @rafa_117 4 роки тому +146

    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....

    • @-lon1823
      @-lon1823 3 роки тому +12

      Yep! Plus some of us live in incredibly flat areas and travel to hike so it’s not like we can do it often.

    • @evl457
      @evl457 3 роки тому +5

      @@-lon1823 right! How to stay strong when you're at your desk all day and can only get flat walks in, not hikes!

    • @effytraveler6155
      @effytraveler6155 2 роки тому +5

      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?

    • @JoeZUGOOLA
      @JoeZUGOOLA 2 роки тому +1

      I hurt my back hiking and needed exercises to get it back to where I could go hiking again.. works

    • @Laufield
      @Laufield Рік тому

      I agree. You’re right

  • @willburchfield
    @willburchfield 4 роки тому +30

    This is very similar to something we did with a client training for a major hike, she had great success. Solid workout add ons!

  • @RZBWmusic
    @RZBWmusic 4 роки тому +85

    This is great! Honestly learned a lot of helpful tips here. Would love some ankle strength exercises as well!

    • @evl457
      @evl457 3 роки тому

      yes please.

    • @effytraveler6155
      @effytraveler6155 2 роки тому +1

      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.

    • @mariama3506
      @mariama3506 2 роки тому +1

      Look up kneesovertoes guy for ankle and also knee stability and strength! I’m starting with tibia raises and sledding backwards

  • @GODOFROCK22
    @GODOFROCK22 4 роки тому +1

    Loving all these videos! Thank you.

  • @jessicapoe4937
    @jessicapoe4937 4 роки тому +5

    That squat form is superb! Yass!!

  • @JiTiKeRo
    @JiTiKeRo 4 роки тому +5

    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

  • @richardteal5678
    @richardteal5678 3 роки тому +9

    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.

    • @mysterylovescompany2657
      @mysterylovescompany2657 2 роки тому

      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.

  • @anthonycoleman1909
    @anthonycoleman1909 4 роки тому +10

    Great video. I am jealous of whoever owns the house you filmed this in. Love all the timber

  • @Vickerty
    @Vickerty 2 роки тому +4

    Very helpful! I would love to see these exersizes as a follow along video.

  • @Mojokiss
    @Mojokiss 3 роки тому

    amazing what one can do with a few simple tools and some knowledge. Thanks for sharing.

  • @davegrice9546
    @davegrice9546 10 місяців тому

    Excellent video - great demonstration including how to make them easier+. Thanks!

  • @traviswatson1763
    @traviswatson1763 4 роки тому

    This is really helpful. Thank you!

  • @simoneamann845
    @simoneamann845 3 роки тому +3

    This is fantastic! Thank you so much!! Great for when you can't get out to train on the mountains. 👌🏼😁

  • @braddahjerry
    @braddahjerry 4 роки тому +14

    Thank you for this! I’m gonna implement these to my daily workouts

    • @rei
      @rei  4 роки тому +3

      Great idea - happy hiking!

  • @stevehay964
    @stevehay964 2 роки тому

    Good stuff. All directly useful for hiking.

  • @charlesthornton6205
    @charlesthornton6205 3 місяці тому

    This is great. I am starting a hiking journey to Mt Washington. Thanks.

  • @Kev-inTheRealWorld
    @Kev-inTheRealWorld 4 роки тому +1

    These are great pre hiking exercises.

  • @georginiuss
    @georginiuss 7 місяців тому

    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.

  • @YoZync
    @YoZync 4 роки тому +22

    This the type of video that comes on the TV at the hospital when you're in the waiting room.

  • @salsalowe6167
    @salsalowe6167 2 роки тому

    Great videos. Helps a lot

  • @yaroslavbozhkov1567
    @yaroslavbozhkov1567 4 роки тому +2

    Many many thanks!!!

  • @evl457
    @evl457 3 роки тому

    Excellent! THank you!

  • @HikingFeral
    @HikingFeral 2 роки тому +4

    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.

  • @twwtb
    @twwtb 3 роки тому +3

    Really great presentation. Careful though with those side planks if you have any shoulder issues.

  • @hsueh1021
    @hsueh1021 4 роки тому +3

    Great video! And I work with Ana. 😀

  • @adamstover4u
    @adamstover4u 3 роки тому

    Great video

  • @valorhsu
    @valorhsu 3 роки тому +1

    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.

  • @user-nr5he3ic9o
    @user-nr5he3ic9o 6 днів тому

    Please don’t take this down any time soon. I’m going to start these !!!

  • @unicornsparkletigers2874
    @unicornsparkletigers2874 4 роки тому

    Great intro!😮

  • @1solorainforest
    @1solorainforest 3 роки тому

    Great!

  • @sellorbuyfomo7710
    @sellorbuyfomo7710 2 роки тому +1

    The Host voice was soothing. Great video, thanks

    • @rei
      @rei  2 роки тому

      We're glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching 😊

  • @stephenhiker9807
    @stephenhiker9807 4 роки тому +4

    wow this was on point

    • @rei
      @rei  4 роки тому +1

      We're glad you found the tips helpful.

  • @kdstoffel7574
    @kdstoffel7574 3 роки тому +1

    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.

  • @billseay6399
    @billseay6399 4 роки тому +3

    Hey Thanks big help

    • @rei
      @rei  4 роки тому +1

      You are welcome. We're glad it was a help, Bill!

  • @delphinelesterlost3285
    @delphinelesterlost3285 3 роки тому

    I need to do some this everyday

  • @Jia1337
    @Jia1337 4 роки тому +3

    Also do not forgot to work on endurance! But yes, you can definitely and should take breaks during hikes when needed.

  • @sandragrant5540
    @sandragrant5540 4 роки тому +4

    what is the height of the step you're using?

  • @maigematthews5620
    @maigematthews5620 Рік тому +1

    Is there an alternative to the bridge hamstrings curl?… without the ball?

  • @MrGoranPa
    @MrGoranPa 2 роки тому

    What about intense cycling? I incorporated fast cycling for about an hour. It could be enough for building necessary power for climbing slopes.

  • @Rover08
    @Rover08 Рік тому +1

    6:24 Sets and reps list

  • @CrossoverGenius
    @CrossoverGenius 3 роки тому +3

    a quick auditory description of each exercise would help make this accessible to the visually impaired

  • @brentlichtenberg
    @brentlichtenberg 4 роки тому +4

    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.

  • @RobertHopkinsArt
    @RobertHopkinsArt 11 місяців тому +1

    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?

  • @davecrupel2817
    @davecrupel2817 Рік тому

    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.?

  • @Jesstranspose
    @Jesstranspose Рік тому

    Trying to find something to step up on but only have a bench or large box wonder if it’s too steep.

    • @rei
      @rei  Рік тому

      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.

  • @j2tharomeone5
    @j2tharomeone5 3 роки тому

    Question: Do they need to be 15-20? Can I do 12?

    • @rei
      @rei  3 роки тому +1

      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.

  • @scinery6874
    @scinery6874 4 роки тому +3

    I'm going in 1 week
    and seriously I'm worried I get tired so easily

  • @ramonfarr
    @ramonfarr 4 роки тому +6

    Anyone else came here to see how to train? 😉😛

  • @raczyk
    @raczyk 4 роки тому +5

    What about daily hiking, as prep for hiking?

  • @gabyyarbrough8402
    @gabyyarbrough8402 2 роки тому

    how

  • @letsgoforawalk
    @letsgoforawalk Рік тому

    Start by hopping on a treadmill and playing one of my long hiking videos!

  • @NamFoService
    @NamFoService 2 роки тому

    if you dont; want to do any of these then you can go for running

  • @rawnwild
    @rawnwild 2 місяці тому

    I’m confused why rucking is never a recommendation for any of these training videos or plans.

  • @m0ther0ne
    @m0ther0ne 2 роки тому

    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!

  • @indianscammer7846
    @indianscammer7846 2 роки тому

    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.

  • @stiritup4663
    @stiritup4663 4 роки тому +2

    No rep on that first squat. She’ll never make the cut

  • @rgibson759
    @rgibson759 2 роки тому

    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

  • @zsedcftglkjh
    @zsedcftglkjh 2 роки тому +1

    Just get out there and do. Stop making a big production about of stepping out your door.

  • @azukarzuchastux8066
    @azukarzuchastux8066 2 роки тому

    Romans 10:13
    “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.

  • @billybosco3661
    @billybosco3661 4 роки тому +5

    Just put one foot right in front of the other. That's what I was always told.

  • @andersed1
    @andersed1 4 роки тому +8

    Put rocks in pack, put pack on back, start walking.

    • @OldPackMule
      @OldPackMule 4 роки тому +2

      I’d suggest using water bottles. You can drink or dump them. Not as hard on the pack.

  • @filippetrinovic2858
    @filippetrinovic2858 4 роки тому

    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

  • @korbinburns7261
    @korbinburns7261 4 роки тому +8

    Step 1: walk.... there is no step 2

  • @pgreenx
    @pgreenx 2 роки тому

    Why not just hike ?

  • @flameout12345
    @flameout12345 3 роки тому

    Just train stairs.

  • @manicmechanic448
    @manicmechanic448 4 роки тому +7

    I've been in the woods my whole life, and I'm here to say that this is unnecessary.

    • @upping5
      @upping5 4 роки тому +24

      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

    • @kimrobb5307
      @kimrobb5307 4 роки тому +8

      don't knock what may help others just because YOU don't do it.....

    • @doms.6701
      @doms.6701 3 роки тому

      Yes...but actually no

    • @manicmechanic448
      @manicmechanic448 3 роки тому

      @@doms.6701 please stay in the suburbs.

    • @mysterylovescompany2657
      @mysterylovescompany2657 2 роки тому

      *laughs in Recovering Spinal Injury*

  • @critter505
    @critter505 Рік тому

    These are all great, but try doing it barefooted if you can. Really strengthen those neglected muscles in the feet.