If you are in a rut with your exercise lately, rock climbing is a great alternative sport as it utilizes all of the major muscle groups of the body. Despite what you may think, the sport is not all about strength, but is just as much about finesse, patience and attention. Men and women of all levels can enjoy rock … Read More
Be ready to climb the Grouse Grind in Six Weeks – Part 5
Way to go, you’ve made it to week five of the six-week training program to conquer the Grouse Grind. Your workout has three components: stretching, strengthening, and cardiovascular exercise. Continue to follow this exercise program at a level that is comfortable for you. Stretching (10-15 minutes) After you complete your 5-10 minute cardiovascular warm-up perform the seven stretches that have … Read More
Be ready to climb the Grouse Grind in Six Weeks – Part 4
This is part four of a six-week training program designed to assist you in making it up the Grouse Grind trail for the very first time or to help you improve your time if you are currently climbing the Grind. Your workout has three components: stretching, strengthening, and cardiovascular exercise. Remember to follow this exercise program at a level that … Read More
Be ready to climb the Grouse Grind in Six Weeks – Part 3
This is part three of a six week training program designed to help you conquer the Grouse Grind for the first time or shave minutes off your current Grouse Grind time for those of you who are veterans. During the last two weeks we introduced a balanced stretching routine, the start of a strengthening routine, and the fundamentals of a … Read More
Be ready to climb the Grouse Grind in Six Weeks – Part 2
This is part two of a six week training program designed to help you improve your fitness level so you can conquer the Grouse Grind for the first time or shave minutes off your current Grouse Grind time for those of you who are veterans. Last week we introduced the fundamentals of stretching and cardiovascular exercise. This week we introduce … Read More
Be ready to climb the Grouse Grind in Six Weeks – Part 1
Have you thought about climbing the Grouse Grind but felt too intimidated to give it a try? The Grouse Grind is located at Grouse Mountain in North Vancouver. It is a challenging 2.7km vertical hike that stresses your mental and physical abilities. Over the next six weeks we will show you step by step how to get in shape to … Read More