So, you are planning vacations again and want something adventurous? Well, outdoor holidays can be a great way to spend a vacation. There are many activities you can do during outdoor vacations, including hiking which can be a great time to view some beautiful scenery first-hand.
But, you will need to get in shape especially if you have been a couch potato for the past several months. Obviously, hiking uses the leg muscles but almost every muscle is involved. Hiking also requires good cardiovascular and lung capacity along with the excellent muscular stamina.
Here are a few exercises you can starting doing to help you tackle the trails. With any exercise routine, perform a brief warm-up and stretches before starting the main workout. You might try jogging in place for the warm-up and stretches to focus on the left and right torso, hamstrings, calves and quadriceps.
Legs: To walk long distances over a lengthy time period will require that your leg muscles and joints are in top condition.
Squats are a good place to start. Extend your arms to the side or place them on your waste. Your heels should be close together but not touching and your weight...