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Recovery Flexibility Static Stretch Circuit 1

Static Stretching combines low force and long duration movements. This helps return muscles to their normal lengths after tightening and shortening after a workout. Move slowly into the stretch to the point of mild to moderate tension and hold for 3-5 deep breaths (20-30 seconds). Avoid bouncing or moving in and out of the stretch.

  • Static Calf Stretch
  • Static Quadriceps Stretch
  • Static Supine Hamstring Stretch
  • Static Glute Stretch
  • Static Hip Flexor Stretch 
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Recovery Flexibility Foam Roll Circuit 1

The Recovery Flexibility Foam Roll Circuit 1 is a great introduction to foam rolling. It targets the 3 main muscle groups used for endurance workouts and helps to speed up recovery. Foam roll exercises are ideal for after an endurance workout or performed by themselves on a recovery day.

  • Foam Roll Calves Two Leg
  • Foam Roll Hamstrings Two Leg
  • Foam Roll Quadriceps Two Leg
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Gear I Bring For Every Day Hike

This video goes over what I carry in my day pack for every hike.

Pack: Black Diamond Distance 15 Backpack

Trekking Poles: Black Diamond Z

Water Bottle: Smart Water 16 Ounce Water Bottle With Sport Top from 23 Ounce Bottle Water Storage: Platypus Platy 2 Liter

Water Treatment: Aqua Mira

Windbreaker: Black Diamond Deploy

Buff Neck Gaiter

Gloves: Outdoor Research SPF Gloves

Knife: Petzl Spatha

Headlamp: Black Diamond Spare Headlamp Batteries

Sunscreen: Individual Packets

SPF Lip Balm: Dermatone

Individual Lens Wipes

Colgate Wisp Toothbrush

Toilet Paper with Plastic Bag for trash Wet Ones

Contact Lens Solution, Spare Contact lenses

Med Kit Space Bivy

Matches In Waterproof Bag

Emergency Whistle