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6 exercises to get you Great Walk-fit

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Could you climb the steep 500m track to Mackinnon Pass, or walk the full 78km of the Heaphy Track? The walks might be built to a high standard, but there are still plenty of steep bits and long days under heavy packs. Before you go, you need to get trail fit.

Strength for steep climbs Perfect for the Tongariro Northern Circuit, Milford, Kepler and Routeburn tracks Get ready for steep climbs with exercises that build leg strength for stepping up and stepping down. Exercise: Leg squats, do several sets of 5 to 10 squats. Challenge option: Hold leg squats for 30 seconds to 2 minutes; wear […]

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