8 of the Best Stretches for Thru-Hikers - The Trek

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Long-distance backpacking may not be considered a sport by some, but that doesn’t mean hikers aren’t endurance athletes. Thru-hiking requires stamina, muscular endurance, stability, and mental fortitude. A good athlete practices a holistic approach to fitness: nutrition, rest, and mobility alongside the more strenuous training. Stretching helps to keep the muscles flexible, strong, and healthy. For this article we consulted with Dan Pulsifer, a certified fitness trainer, who shared some great stretches designed to keep you balanced from head to toe.