WAMXC Hike

Hiking provides for low impact, long duration, low level workouts. Our schedule starts in April and leads to the artificial snow season. Hikes begin as easy urban social walks then we add ski poles to mimic classic skiing as well as get a better workout.

WAMXC works to accommodate a variety of fitness levels. Participants need not keep up with those in the lead. We expect individuals to get the workout they need. On Long Slow Distance days and on the way to/from interval workouts, "Group compaction" ensures those who lag do not miss turns.

When compacting, all are encouraged to reverse course and keep moving until those at the end have been swept into the reformed group.