by | Sep 12, 2019 | Adam Gant, Athletics, Blog, Fitness, Health
Physical activity is extremely important for good cardiovascular health. It is essential for maintaining proper weight and blood glucose levels, strengthening the heart muscle, keeping high LDL cholesterol in check, and lowering blood pressure. It is...
by | Sep 4, 2019 | Adam Gant, Athletics, Blog, Climbing, Hiking, Traveling
Found jutting up into the sky near the Tibetan and Nepalese border sits the tallest mountain on earth, Mount Everest. For some time, the staggeringly tall mountain peak has represented the very epitome of adventure and human exploration. As part of the Himalayan...
by | Aug 29, 2019 | Adam Gant, Athletics, Blog, Climbing, Hiking, Traveling
When it comes to hiking, most experts would agree that this activity should not be done alone. Studies have shown that solitary hikers are 73 percent more likely to be severely injured than hikers traveling in a group of three or more people. Hiking in a group is far...
by | Aug 1, 2019 | Adam Gant, Athletics, Blog, Climbing, Hiking
Training for mountain climbing often begins months in advance of the climb. Athletes must be in top physical shape by performing hours of aerobic and anaerobic exercises each week. Along with improving cardiovascular and musculoskeletal strength and endurance,...
by | Jul 26, 2019 | Adam Gant, Athletics, Blog, Climbing, Hiking
Hiking is a year-round athletic activity. Hot summers and icy winters are not deterrents for hikers, but it is important to consider the weather conditions and climate when preparing for a hike regardless of the time of year. When venturing out on a hike in the...
by | Jun 5, 2019 | Athletics, Blog, Fitness, Health
Fitting in a daily workout is a priority for many of us, but some people still struggle with which exercises to do. They get bored with the same old workout routine and are looking for ways to spice things up. There are several emerging fitness trends this summer to...
