Earth Trek Trails: Outdoor Blog

Do hiking poles build upper body strength?

Upper body and arm muscles tend to become more toned, rather than bulk mass buildup.

Do hiking poles build upper body strength?

Upper body and arm muscles tend to become more toned, rather than bulk mass buildup.

Walking Magic Numbers

What is the magic number for walking, to gain optimal health?

Walking Magic Numbers

What is the magic number for walking, to gain optimal health?

Ocean Walks

Ocean Walks

Cardio sand walking near Capitola California.

Ocean Walks

Cardio sand walking near Capitola California.

Reduce Knee Pain with Walking

I know it sounds ironic.  Walking, helping knee pain? Slow, progressive walks, help with knee pain.  Having a trekking pole handy can lessen the pressure when starting out. The results...

Reduce Knee Pain with Walking

I know it sounds ironic.  Walking, helping knee pain? Slow, progressive walks, help with knee pain.  Having a trekking pole handy can lessen the pressure when starting out. The results...

Hiking with Friends

Hiking with Friends

Meaningful conversations.  Going deeper.  Quality time. These are the things that we long for, and yet, are lacking in many friendships today. I am always amazed at the depth of...

Hiking with Friends

Meaningful conversations.  Going deeper.  Quality time. These are the things that we long for, and yet, are lacking in many friendships today. I am always amazed at the depth of...

Snowshoe powder cardio resistance walking

Snowshoe powder cardio resistance walking

Wow!  Such a short hike, yet healthy cardio workout.  The added resistance of snow and picking up your legs makes snowshoeing an excellent and fun workout.  This week, we did...

Snowshoe powder cardio resistance walking

Wow!  Such a short hike, yet healthy cardio workout.  The added resistance of snow and picking up your legs makes snowshoeing an excellent and fun workout.  This week, we did...