Downhills are where strong hikers get humbled. This post breaks down the downhill tax, eccentric loading, and how to protect your knees and quads before the trail teaches you the hard way.
So glad it landed for you, Alex. Downhills tend to sneak up on people until they don’t. Curious what part made you rethink your training the most, volume, pacing, or strength work? Always interesting to hear how others apply it.
That’s a great topic and one that deserves more airtime on trail. Was your plantar fasciitis something that showed up mid-hike or something you were managing beforehand? That context helps shape what actually works out there.
I am glad I stumbled upon your writing! This was so informative and gave me a lot to think about, and add into my training routine!
So glad it landed for you, Alex. Downhills tend to sneak up on people until they don’t. Curious what part made you rethink your training the most, volume, pacing, or strength work? Always interesting to hear how others apply it.
Would love to hear more about your treatment of plantar fasciitis on the trail! Thanks for the articles.
That’s a great topic and one that deserves more airtime on trail. Was your plantar fasciitis something that showed up mid-hike or something you were managing beforehand? That context helps shape what actually works out there.
As usual, great advice!
Thanks, Jim. I really appreciate you taking the time to read along and engage, it means a lot!