You’ve planned your Alps hiking trip months in advance, been training consistently for weeks, and your body is ready to set foot on the trail. So here you are, the first day on the trail and there is a 500m / 1,600ft ascent between you and your destination; a hot shower, a 3-course meal, and a cold beverage of your choice, at the mountain hut. But you are tired. So what should you do to boost your energy levels to make it up that final climb?
You look in your bag and wonder whether you should eat: a) your third croissant for the day, b) a huge wedge of fresh alpine cheese, c) toberlone chocolate, d) all three, or e) none of the above ?
Watch our webinar to find out the answer!
LIVE WEBINAR: HOW TO SUSTAIN ENERGY ON A MULTI-DAY HIKE
Hiking a multi-day trail in the Alps is hard. It typically involves moving for 6+ hours on back-to-back days, while carrying a heavy pack, and walking on a variety of terrains; such as trails, boulders, ladders, and scree. The weather can also be hot, cold, windy, or wet, impacting your speed and movement. But how should you plan your nutrition so that your energy levels will sustain you through your epic journey?
Join Dr Andrius Ramonas, a Doctor of Sports Medicine, PhD in Exercise Physiology and Sports Nutrition, and co-founder of Roam nutrition products, and Susan Perry, co-founder of The Hiking Club, for a free 45-minute webinar on how to sustain energy on a multi-day hike.
What we covered:
How pack size and trail gradient affect how many calories you need
Key fuel sources
Planning your nutrition while on the trail
The role of protein, and the importance of protein intake
P.S Did you know that Roam are an official sponsor of our 2024 trail ambassador program? Their delicious nut butters will be included in this year’s goodie bag for our ambassadors!
We hope you enjoy the webinar!
Dr Andrius Ramonas, Doctor of Sports Medicine and Co-Founder of Roam
Susan Perry, Co-Founder of The Hiking Club