Jul 8, 2019
In this episode, I interview Lee Welton from Trailside Fitness, who is a personal trainer, physical therapist assistant and lifelong backpacker. In the value-packed episode, we cover everything from training for hiking, to injury prevention, to nutrition on the trail to mental strength strategies. This is a MUST listen to episode for anyone planning a significant hike or trek.
In this episode you will learn:
- The number one reason people fail on a long distance hike
- A sneaky way to add some more 'training volume' into your day (which involves minimal effort, sweating or time)
- One of the only times when HIIT is essential in your preparation
- Why relying on running in your training isn't a great idea
- Why you need to STOP stressing about your gear and START focusing on your preparation
- A few simple strategies to help with 'mental toughness' on the trail
- How to avoid the 'post trail' blues
- Some golden advice if you are dealing with the dreaded plantar fasciitis
- Five different alternatives for a foam roller which you can use on the trail
- Lee's favourite hiking workout (which requires zero equipment)
- A very interesting reason why starting your preparation EARLY is essential
- And much, much more!
Lee Welton is a Physical Therapist Assistant and a personal
trainer by trade. Based out of Seattle, he helps hikers with injury
prevention, training, nutrition, and recovery to help you get ready
for adventure!
You can find Lee at:
- Website: https://trailsidefitness.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trailsidefitness
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trailside_fitness