{"id":69795,"date":"2024-04-23T00:15:17","date_gmt":"2024-04-22T14:15:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/?p=69795"},"modified":"2024-05-01T23:43:31","modified_gmt":"2024-05-01T13:43:31","slug":"hiking-for-older-adults","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/hiking-for-older-adults\/","title":{"rendered":"Don&#8217;t let your age stop you from booking that hiking trip\u00a0\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>As a seasoned hiker, Ulrike believes age needn\u2019t stop you from enjoying what you want. She says your body \u2013 and your confidence \u2013 sometimes just need a little push.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8216;Am I walking too fast for you?&#8217; says my guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/south-africa\/cape-town\">Cape Town\u2019s<\/a> Table Mountain. I was rendered speechless because I am usually the one who walks well ahead of the group. I only kept close because I wanted to hear what she was saying. My mind wondered what had led to the question. I guessed it was because I looked my age \u2013 in my late 50s, nearly 60 \u2013 because I could walk as fast, if not quicker, than most people.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Okay, so, on paper, I am slowly leaving middle age, <a href=\"https:\/\/dictionary.apa.org\/adulthood?te=1&amp;nl=well&amp;emc=edit_hh_20240125\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">defined by some as ranging between 36 and 64 years<\/a>, and heading toward what some call older adulthood and others call old age, with a pension and free bus passes looming in my near future.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the numbers on my birth certificate don\u2019t lie, I feel like I am in my 30s or 40s. Despite being fit and having this confidence, I must admit that doubts do pop into my head when I book activities that require fitness, strength or even just a bit of courage. I\u2019ll ask myself if I\u2019m too old for this sort of thing.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to adventure or active trips, old(er) people often worry they may not fit in with a group of younger hikers, that trekking is no longer for them and they would slow the group down. But <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/walking\">walking, hiking and even trekking<\/a> have no age limit. Plus, there\u2019s plenty of preparation you can do beforehand to help with fitness (if that\u2019s a worry), and there are many tips and tricks you can try to help keep it that way.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get strong<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When I was a child, my father regularly took me hiking, so my little legs learned to move very fast. But I recently changed my workout routine because of my age. I want to stay fit and feel up for any adventure by building my strength and confidence with weight training.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cardio fitness is great for hiking, but you must also build strength and muscle to help with your balance and endurance. Research suggests that muscle mass decreases by approximately three to eight per cent per decade after age 30. To counteract this, I started strength training.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have the time and means, it\u2019s worth booking a session or two with a personal trainer and getting a workout plan in place. According to a <a href=\"https:\/\/bjsm.bmj.com\/content\/57\/18\/1211\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">research review<\/a> in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, which looked at 200 scientific studies with over 8000 participants, consistent strength training twice a week can provide the same muscle growth and benefits as more frequent, intensive workouts.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After four months of strength training just twice a week alongside cardio workouts, I noticed a huge difference in my strength, fitness and self-confidence.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As always, before starting any kind of new workout or fitness regime, get the go-ahead from your family doctor.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Spain-Camino-couple-senior-traveller-hiking-hike-forest-shutterstock_2336219623-1080.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Spain-Camino-couple-senior-traveller-hiking-hike-forest-shutterstock_2336219623-1080.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-69891\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Spain-Camino-couple-senior-traveller-hiking-hike-forest-shutterstock_2336219623-1080.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Spain-Camino-couple-senior-traveller-hiking-hike-forest-shutterstock_2336219623-1080-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Spain-Camino-couple-senior-traveller-hiking-hike-forest-shutterstock_2336219623-1080-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Spain-Camino-couple-senior-traveller-hiking-hike-forest-shutterstock_2336219623-1080-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Spain-Camino-couple-senior-traveller-hiking-hike-forest-shutterstock_2336219623-1080-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Spain-Camino-couple-senior-traveller-hiking-hike-forest-shutterstock_2336219623-1080-1170x658.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Spain-Camino-couple-senior-traveller-hiking-hike-forest-shutterstock_2336219623-1080-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Start easy, get a feel for what your body and mind can do, and once you\u2019ve completed one trail, up the ante and go for something more challenging.\u00a0\u00a0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Start slow<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re new to walking, hiking or trekking long distances, starting slow is best. Intrepid <a href=\"\/walking\">walking trips<\/a> will take you on defined tracks and over smooth surfaces, while hiking trips will take you to mountains and rugged countryside and trekking trips into remote parts of the world with expert guides and special equipment.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to discover the world on foot in that way, you can begin building your stamina (and confidence) at home. Take it one mile at a time on a flat surface but try walking as fast as possible. As you get more comfortable, you can set bigger goals for yourself. For example, making it to the next village along a scenic canal walk or visiting a local hiking trail. Then, slowly increase your distance and speed and the gradient.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can access a treadmill, try one out because the different speeds and gradients increase stamina. Even if the views along the route are not as thrilling as those out in nature, train at least three times a week, and you will soon notice a difference in your fitness.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Intrepid also offers a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/uk\/about\/physical-rating\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">physical rating for every trip<\/a> from 1 to 5, which can help guide you when picking a trip. If you\u2019re not comfortable doing a mountain trek in the Andes, you can try a more leisurely walking trip in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/uk\/europe\/walking\">Europe<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Use the right tools<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Firm shoes that hold your ankles steady and offer a good grip on the ground, even if uneven or slippery, are essential. But wear them in before you set off. There is nothing worse than blisters on day one. Take a walking stick or one or two walking poles. They\u2019ll give you more confidence until you get stronger and feel more secure within your body.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wear comfy clothes. It doesn\u2019t have to be those hideous all-weather, all-occasion, multi-functioning trousers. If you have stretchy jeans, which you can move around in without restraint and feel better in, go for it. Comfy yet versatile is key.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Go with a group&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Trekking, hiking and even walking are all about enjoying the nature and scenes around you and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/the-secret-sauce-to-group-travel-patagonia\/\">sharing it with others<\/a>. With Intrepid, you\u2019ll get to follow in the footsteps of a local leader who knows the locale and terrain well and you\u2019ll walk with other like-minded people, which is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.udel.edu\/academics\/colleges\/canr\/news\/2023\/april\/walking-club\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">good for your physical health<\/a> but also for your mental well-being. There\u2019s also the added benefit of having a bunch of people readily available to motivate and support each other.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Intrepid-Travel-nepal-everest-base-camp-day-07-dingboche-0644-1080.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Intrepid-Travel-nepal-everest-base-camp-day-07-dingboche-0644-1080.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-69896\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Intrepid-Travel-nepal-everest-base-camp-day-07-dingboche-0644-1080.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Intrepid-Travel-nepal-everest-base-camp-day-07-dingboche-0644-1080-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Intrepid-Travel-nepal-everest-base-camp-day-07-dingboche-0644-1080-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Intrepid-Travel-nepal-everest-base-camp-day-07-dingboche-0644-1080-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Intrepid-Travel-nepal-everest-base-camp-day-07-dingboche-0644-1080-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Intrepid-Travel-nepal-everest-base-camp-day-07-dingboche-0644-1080-1170x658.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Intrepid-Travel-nepal-everest-base-camp-day-07-dingboche-0644-1080-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The added benefit of walking with like-minded people is that it&#8217;s good for your mental well-being as well as your physical health.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Add other activities&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Intrepid has many <a href=\"\/multi-active-adventures\">multi-active trips<\/a> that include a mix of walking and other activities. Adding other activities to a hiking or walking trip makes it more fun and exciting. It breaks up the walking with experiences like swimming in lakes, exploring waterfalls or watching wildlife. It also gives hikers a chance to rest and enjoy the scenery in different ways. Plus, trying new activities brings the group together and creates lasting memories of the trip.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Practice makes perfect<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Browse Intrepid\u2019s <a href=\"\/walking\">small group adventures involving walking, hikes and trekking<\/a>. Each offers very different levels of challenge, from simply walking on relatively even ground along the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/en\/spain\/walk-camino-de-santiago-143383\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Camino de Santiago<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/en\/nepal\/everest-base-camp-trek-144944\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">trekking through the Himalayas<\/a> off-grid. Start easy, get a feel for what your body and mind can do, and once you\u2019ve completed one trail, up the ante and go for something more challenging.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Back in Cape Town, after the guide realised that my age was no obstacle to hiking, I opted for a longer trek around Table Mountain. While enjoying the views and the exercise, I spotted plenty of wildlife, searching out the adorable rock hyrax. As a reward, I decided to take the scenic cable car down the mountain again. 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