By week 8 you will be able to confidently handle:

• Uneven trails

• Rock steps

• Downhill descents

• Variable footing (gravel, roots, slopes)

• Sustained endurance

Without fear, hesitation, or second-guessing!

Trust before the Trailhead

Program Breakdown

Phase 1: Foundations (Weeks 1-2)

• Introductions & expectations

• Goal development

• Time management

• Functional mobility & exercise form

Phase 2: Control (Weeks 3-4)

• Strength & stability

• Unilateral loading

• Sleep hygiene & recovery

• Graded exposure

Phase 3: Adaptations (Weeks 5-6)

• Plyometrics

• Deceleration

• Downhill tolerance

• Progressive endurance

Phase 4: Resilience (Weeks 7-8)

• Integrated terrain circuits

• Hiking graded exposure

• Nervous system resilience & mindfulness

• Reactive balance & dynamic control

8-Week Strength & Stability Program for Hikers and Backpackers

What You Will Get:

• Initial 60-min movement screen

• Personalized 8-week training program

• Exercise video library

• 3 coaching calls (Weeks 1, 4, 8)

• Messaging support

• Hiking readiness test at the end