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 19, 2019 | Adam Gant, Athletics, Fitness, Health, Running
Running Helps You Lose Weight It is a common misconception that running is the ultimate solution for losing weight. While it can help you lose weight and strengthen your endurance, it can also be detrimental to your metabolism. Weight loss occurs whenever your...
by | Jul 17, 2019 | Adam Gant, Athletics, Fitness, Health, Hiking
A dog needs exercise and fresh air too, and when a hiker brings along her pet, she may have some protection from strangers. However, there are several important tips for hiking with a dog. Tip 1: Is the Dog Physically Fit? Older dogs or dogs with health issues...
by | Apr 4, 2019 | Adam Gant, Athletics, Blog, Climbing, Fitness, Hiking
Hiking is rewarding in many ways; from an intense workout, a sense of accomplishment, and incredible scenery, hiking provides more benefits than other sports. Hiking is also a dangerous activity, and many participants have suffered significant injuries from hiking...
by | Mar 18, 2019 | Adam Gant, Athletics, Climbing, Fitness, Health, Hiking
Hiking can be a fun and adventurous activity that may prove beneficial to your health and take you to interesting places. That said, becoming a good hiker requires strength and endurance, as well as the ability to traverse through potentially difficult terrain. Here...