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12-Week Strength Training Plan for Hikers: Build Stronger Legs

A 12-week strength programme for hikers targeting quads, glutes and calves. Reduce knee pain on descent and improve uphill power with 3 sessions per week.

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Training & Fitness

Fastpacking for Beginners: How to Train for Your First Fast-and-Light Trip

Fastpacking blends trail running with backpacking. This 8-week training plan and gear checklist gets beginners moving fast and light in 2026.

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schedule 7 min read calendar_today 02 May 2026

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