Get strong, fit, and prepared to hike in the Alps
Our 3-month hiking training plan is designed for hikers preparing for a multi-day hike in the Alps, such as Tour du Mont Blanc, Alta Via 1 Dolomites, Walker’s Haute Route, or Tour of Monte Rosa. It’s for those that are looking to improve their hiking performance through a combination of step endurance, cardio, and strength activities.
Designed in partnership with Stacey Hardin, Founder of Pique to Peak, Doctor of Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainer, our 3-month training plan gradually increases in intensity to prepare your body for hiking the Alps. It includes:
Training program PDF: Learn about our Alps specific methodology
3 Month training template: Create your training plan based on your current fitness and specific hike stats, including distance and number of days. Schedule weekly workouts, track your steps, and see your workout history.
Library of workout videos: Watch demonstrations of hiking-specific strength exercises
30 minute consultation with Stacey Hardin (Founder of Pique to Peak) to prepare and review your training program (Expert Access Package only)
THE BEST TRAINING PROGRAM DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR HIKING THE ALPS
Our 3-month training program is built to get your body ready to tackle the distance, elevation gain, terrain, and conditions in the Alps. Feel confident you are doing the right combination of exercises to build your hiking body.
CALCULATE YOUR STEP GOALS
Input your current weekly step count and your target trail (i.e. Tour du Mont Blanc) and we’ll calculate your target weekly step goals before you set foot on the trail.
Use this to understand how many weeks it will take you to become “Alps ready”.
schedule and track your workouts using our template
Stay on track by using our 12-week training template, including:
Sample training plans
Options using gym or no gym equipment
Step goal calculator based on your trail of choice
FOLLOW ALONG WITH OUR strength EXERCISE VIDEOS
Make sure you are completing the exercises correctly by watching our short videos. Choose strength exercises that use either simple gym equipment or none at all. You can work out absolutely anywhere!
Expert consultation
Schedule a 30 minute consultation with Stacey Hardin, Founder of Pique to Peak, Doctor of Physical Therapy, and Athletic trainer, to prepare and review your training program. You can use the 30 minutes to discuss any topics related to your training program, including:
Adjusting your training program if you have less than 12 weeks, for maximum benefit
Current injuries or previous injury considerations
Exercise substitutes depending on available equipment and/or personal preferences
Gear selection (such as footwear or hiking poles)
Available in our Expert Access package only.
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