For those training for an upcoming outdoor adventure, this book does an excellent job of preparing you by improving your fitness level specific to the activity. Not only is the book packed with valuable reference material, but it also explains the info in easy to understand instructions. I use Doug as my personal trainer and rely on him & his wife’s instructional DVD to prepare for adventures like climbing Mt. Rainier.
There are alot of fitness books out there on the market but very few focus on Outdoor Sports such as hiking, climbing, trail running, mtn biking, paddling, & skiing. This niche is important since the endurance, strength, and balance you’ll need for these activities are more specialized than average sports. For example, carrying a heavy backpack, running on uneven terrain, as well as pushing your stamina just to reach the summit.
All of the photos, charts, and outlines make it simple to follow and refer back. Even how the contents are brokedown into various activities or fitness topics makes it easy to jump right to the area you need. Their extensive background in outdoor sports shows as you see how many different activities they cover.
Two thumbs up for the book, their personal training, and them as outdoor athletes!
Kevin Crowe
