VERSASTICK for Travel
Take Hiking to the Ultimate Level of Fitness
Hiking is simply one of the best activities there is. Not only do you get to enjoy being outdoors and away from all of the stresses of life, but you get a really good workout as well. Depending on the slope of the climb and your pace, you can get a great cardiovascular response while building muscle in your legs.
Hiking does wonders for the calves, hamstrings and quadriceps. Plus, if you are carrying a backpack, depending on the size and weight, you will also be engaging the lower back (lumbar) muscles as well. Unfortunately, the downside of that is that you are only working one specific area of the body. When there are certain muscle groups that are taxed far more than others, it can lead to an imbalance.
This is a great opportunity to use your VersaStick. This versatile fitness gear can easily be thrown over the shoulder or put inside the backpack you are already carrying. Then, you can easily work some of the upper body muscles as well as the legs. You can hike for a bit and when you stop to get a drink of water, get out your VersaStick and quickly do a couple sets of Shoulder Presses, Curls or Overhead Triceps Extensions. It is also a great piece of abdominal exercise equipment that allows you to do many core rotational movements in order to bring some much needed stretching and flexibility to the abdominal and lower back cavity.
Having a balanced body, lean muscle and more flexibility will go a long way toward preventing injury. That won’t only make your hike more pleasant, but every other activity you participate in as well. So, whether you are going on a one day scenic hike or a multi-day climbing excursion, don’t forget to take your VersaStick. Enjoy the fresh air..
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