I'd agree with Dave Bugg's statement. A lot of hill walking is psychological as well. I remember walking up an extremely steep hill on the VDLP. I ended up walking the same hill the next year, and it seemed like it wasn't even an issue. I find...
I actually love hills (the going up bit)
Because it means wonderful views........ :)
The coming down again.........not so much.
That means sore knees and the danger of shin splints :oops:
Tips For Uphill Walking
If a person has some level of cardio fitness, making it up a long uphill grade is a matter of pace, maintaining calorie intake, hydration, and utilizing meaningful breaks.
1. As you head uphill, adjust your pace to a...
Interesting technique. I'll try and have a go one day and see if it works for me.
The advice I follow came from @davebugg:
walking up hills
I have learnt a huge amount on this forum but I do believe this to be the most useful advice for me and...
Similar is the advice from an 80-something-year-old Italian man which has worked well for me: GO SLOWLY. Take small steps in time with your breathing.
It’s simple, but really works!
I would not be able to plant my heel as this girl recommends...
With a title like that, there is sure to be interest. I don´t think anyone else has posted this link.
https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20240724-the-uks-unique-circular-hike-where-accommodation-is-just-20
Hmm. I try to avoid the sugar rush of most so called “sports drinks”. If I think l might be losing electrolytes through excessive sweating (perspiration for the ladies 😉) I’ll use those sachets of salts recommended for diarrhoea sufferers -...
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