{"id":3178,"date":"2018-05-01T09:00:34","date_gmt":"2018-05-01T08:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.travall.com\/en-gb\/?p=3178"},"modified":"2020-03-04T16:20:13","modified_gmt":"2020-03-04T16:20:13","slug":"step-up-your-walking-experience-with-these-6-hiking-essentials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.travall.com\/en-gb\/step-up-your-walking-experience-with-these-6-hiking-essentials\/","title":{"rendered":"Step up your walking experience with these 6 hiking essentials"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">The days are getting longer and the promise of better weather is here.\u00a0 I\u2019m happy to go hiking year round, I tend to prefer it when the skies are clearer. \u00a0I\u2019m planning on getting out hiking more over the coming weeks. So, I thought I\u2019d share the reasons hiking is such a great activity and a few of the hiking essentials I\u2019ve learned along the trails.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Why walk or hike?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">The benefits of hiking are numerous and extensive. It is a very effective workout that can have the following benefits:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">strengthens your core muscles<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">improves blood pressure and blood sugar levels<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">strengthens the muscles in your lower body<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">helps to reduce stress and anxiety.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Add in the fact that many hikes take place in areas with stunning scenery, what better way to exercise?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">One of the great things about hiking is that it is something you can ease yourself into gradually if you haven\u2019t exercised in a while or are simply not used to this type of activity \u00a0Start off in your local area with pleasant shorter walks. As your fitness levels increase you can gradually extend the length of the walks, incorporate hills and include more uneven terrain too. Just adding a 5-10% incline to your walk can substantially boost your calorie burn by 30-40% if that is your exercise goal. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">What hiking essentials do you need?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Unlike some outdoor activities, you need relatively little equipment in order to have a successful hiking day trip. \u00a0We\u2019ve put together a list of the must-have hiking essentials that can really improve your experience:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Well-fitting, sturdy hiking shoes or boots. \u00a0This item comes at the top of the list because if your feet are hurting, you\u2019re less likely to be smiling. \u00a0It\u2019s crucial that your hiking shoes have the right support for your feet and have enough toe room to cope with swollen feet on a particularly long hike. If you can also add anti-blister hiking socks to your footwear, you\u2019ll have a far better hiking experience all round.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">The right clothing for the right type of weather. \u00a0If you\u2019ve lived in Britain for any length of time, you\u2019ll know that the weather can change quickly and that is particularly true if you are in hilly or mountainous areas that will often be cooler than lower levels. \u00a0Try to layer your clothing, so you can remove items if it gets warmer and importantly add additional layers when it cools down or starts to rain. Quick drying fabrics are particularly helpful.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Fuel for the hiker. \u00a0This should come in the form of water to drink and healthy nutritious food. These suggestions from <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.walkingandhiking.co.uk\/what-food-should-you-take-hiking.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walking and Hiking<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\"> will set you in the right direction.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Personal care items. \u00a0These should include sunscreen, a first aid kit and any medication that you normally take.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">A map of the area so that you don\u2019t get off track.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travall.co.uk\/rubber-car-mats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Vehicle-specific rubber mats for your car<\/a>. \u00a0You may be asking why these would be classed as hiking essentials, but actually it is an outdoor activity must-have in general. \u00a0There\u2019s nothing that takes the shine off a fun day of hiking trails, than to have to scrub the car\u2019s interior when you get home. <\/span><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travall.co.uk\/rubber-car-mats\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travall Mats<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have been cleverly designed with a lip that keeps dirt and liquid on the mat and away from your carpet. \u00a0Cleaning the mats is a breeze by power washing or just wiping over as required.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">My final tip before you set out on your hiking adventure is to hike with a companion\/s and let a friend or family member know where you are likely to be hiking and when. \u00a0Enjoy National Walking Month and we wish you many happy hikes through this month and beyond!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The days are getting longer and the promise of better weather is here.\u00a0 I\u2019m happy to go hiking year round, I tend to prefer it when the skies are clearer. \u00a0I\u2019m planning on getting out hiking more over the coming weeks. 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