Training

Making the Most of It

Alpinism is defined by those who value life so strongly that they seek the most from it.

In an ideal world every moment would be spent outdoors; at the crag, pushing your limits or exploring new places.

In reality, whether due to poor weather conditions, periods of injury, or the countless demands of the desk job and normal life, even the most committed outdoor enthusiast can find themself cut off from the mountains.

Time not spent in the hills doesn't have to be time wasted. Our Pro Team share their training tips and advice on how to make the most of your time so you can get back out there stronger and fitter.

Photo: Dave MacLeod finding the time to work on his finger strength aboard Bob Shepton's boat, The Dodo's Delight, en route to the remote island archipelago of St Kilda.

For Weekend Warriors

Natalie Berry shares her tips for training and avoiding injury during the week in the office

For Aspiring Alpinists

Uisdean Hawthorn on how Alpinists and Winter Climbers can use their time to prepare for the mountains

Making Time

Sam has been Head of Design at Mountain Equipment since 2009. His lifelong passion for climbing played a large part in his decision to steer his way from an international position back to the UK. Crucially, living and working on the Eastern edge of Manchester puts the iconic gritstone climbing and bouldering of the Peak District within range.

Simply getting out on the rock is not necessarily as simple as it sounds though, with a demanding day job and family life compressing personal climbing time into narrow windows of opportunity. But there is always a way. Some days begin with a pre-dawn start to fit in a session on a project, others finish with late night training on his board.

Men's Training Collection

Dihedral Pant

£70.00

Stretch Ascendor fabric, comfortable and fast drying

Precisely cut stretch climbing pants for year round climbing everywhere from big walls, to sea cliffs and training boards.

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Dynamo Short

£60.00

EXOLITE 100 stretch soft shell fabric outer

Our lightest stretch woven shorts for multi-day summer enchainments and year round training sessions.

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Ignis Tee

£30.00

A high performance technical tee for aerobic mountain sports.

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Between the Seasons

In between the bustle of the high summer and alpine winter months, Natalie Berry finds ways to embrace the changing of the seasons in a deserted Chamonix.