Zynkh
First Post
Hi there SF, I’m planning to do a west-to-east coast trek on rollerblades and I would very much appreciate some advice on an effective training routine to prepare myself over the next year. My start date is mid-April 2016.
My requirement is to sustain 6-8 hours of travel (or 100 kilometers) every day with a full backpack for the duration of the trip (about 2 months), though there will be full rest days scattered throughout.
I am 6’2, 196 pounds, 27 years old and familiar with strength training as I was a decathlete in high school. Predisposition to fast-twitch muscle. I want to be prepared to carry 50 pounds worth of equipment, though I intend my load on the trip to be much lighter.
Of course a big part of this will just be going out on my rollerblades for long periods with a backpack on, but after hearing Pavel’s interview with Tim Ferris, I realize that I’ll benefit greatly from a complimentary strength routine. I am looking to give my legs the power they need to carry me up the many hills I’ll encounter and the core strength to make sure I can maintain balance and control under load, even when fatigued.
I am familiar with most gym equipment and exercises. Inexperienced with kettle bells but am keen to learn them if they are the best option. Tips on workout progression are very welcome, like what weight to start with and what to work towards, when to add weight vs reps, that kind of thing. Also would I benefit from a weight vest, and if so, how to best employ it?
Thanks so much for your time, I really appreciate the help!
Zach
My requirement is to sustain 6-8 hours of travel (or 100 kilometers) every day with a full backpack for the duration of the trip (about 2 months), though there will be full rest days scattered throughout.
I am 6’2, 196 pounds, 27 years old and familiar with strength training as I was a decathlete in high school. Predisposition to fast-twitch muscle. I want to be prepared to carry 50 pounds worth of equipment, though I intend my load on the trip to be much lighter.
Of course a big part of this will just be going out on my rollerblades for long periods with a backpack on, but after hearing Pavel’s interview with Tim Ferris, I realize that I’ll benefit greatly from a complimentary strength routine. I am looking to give my legs the power they need to carry me up the many hills I’ll encounter and the core strength to make sure I can maintain balance and control under load, even when fatigued.
I am familiar with most gym equipment and exercises. Inexperienced with kettle bells but am keen to learn them if they are the best option. Tips on workout progression are very welcome, like what weight to start with and what to work towards, when to add weight vs reps, that kind of thing. Also would I benefit from a weight vest, and if so, how to best employ it?
Thanks so much for your time, I really appreciate the help!
Zach