hiking gear The key to my own success in not turning into an overweight load is finding different physical activities instead of just going to the gym. A gym is good for what it is but the best cardio or full body workouts come from things like basketball, biking, football, swimming or hitting the trailhead. As soon as the storms passed over here in Southern California and the sun started shinning again, out came the hiking gear. There are a couple local trails good for all sorts of exercise. Since the network of paved and dirt trails wrap through the local hills there is something for everyone. I usually stick to taking the somewhat hard but short trek up to one of the vista points before turning around but have noticed continuing for maybe a mile longer loops back around to the entrance.

Hiking gear is essential for getting the most out of it. The first time I went, all I wore was old sneakers, which proved to be pretty dangerous on the way down the steeper elevation parts. With all the online deals for hiking gear, it has made this new hobby very accessible.