Great video I’m going to check out the website to train for this season. I have a specific lingering problem that I’m trying to address and maybe you have some ideas. Around mile ten, the left side of my mid back (it feels like it’s right against the spine) gradually gets tight and then sharply painful. It really limits the distance I can do. I’ve gone ultralight, readjusted the load in the bag, and even tried wearing my pack on the front for a few miles. Im a tall guy so I’ve always had back problem, but this one is the same spot every time. Currently I don’t do any training aside from hiking, but my idea was to start weight training again to build core and back muscles. Is this a common problem? Any ideas?
Thanks for watching and for sharing your experience! The issue you're describing with mid-back pain is a common problem among hikers, and it's often related to core strength and stability. It's a classic misconception that hiking alone can build the necessary strength to prevent such issues. Incorporating strength training can make a significant difference. Strengthening your core, which includes your abdominals, obliques, and lower back, is crucial. Additionally, focusing on mobilizing and strengthening your hamstrings, glutes, and hip flexors can have a tremendous impact on reducing pain and improving your hiking endurance. Our Backpacker's Bootcamp sounds like the perfect fit for you, as it’s designed to address these exact areas. If you have any more questions or need personalized advice, feel free to book a discovery call with us. We're here to help you get ready for a pain-free hiking season!
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Great video I’m going to check out the website to train for this season. I have a specific lingering problem that I’m trying to address and maybe you have some ideas. Around mile ten, the left side of my mid back (it feels like it’s right against the spine) gradually gets tight and then sharply painful. It really limits the distance I can do. I’ve gone ultralight, readjusted the load in the bag, and even tried wearing my pack on the front for a few miles. Im a tall guy so I’ve always had back problem, but this one is the same spot every time. Currently I don’t do any training aside from hiking, but my idea was to start weight training again to build core and back muscles. Is this a common problem? Any ideas?
Thanks for watching and for sharing your experience! The issue you're describing with mid-back pain is a common problem among hikers, and it's often related to core strength and stability. It's a classic misconception that hiking alone can build the necessary strength to prevent such issues. Incorporating strength training can make a significant difference.
Strengthening your core, which includes your abdominals, obliques, and lower back, is crucial. Additionally, focusing on mobilizing and strengthening your hamstrings, glutes, and hip flexors can have a tremendous impact on reducing pain and improving your hiking endurance.
Our Backpacker's Bootcamp sounds like the perfect fit for you, as it’s designed to address these exact areas. If you have any more questions or need personalized advice, feel free to book a discovery call with us. We're here to help you get ready for a pain-free hiking season!