After watching a video in which the 'Plainsman's Stride' was demonstrated I have since practiced it whenever I am on the trail.
It is an efficient movement technique that greatly reduces the amount of energy required while hiking. It uses the principle that a straightened leg bone can carry your body weight far more efficiently than muscles can.
While hiking, keep the knees straight and, with each step, center your body weight over your forward leg. This utilizes the straightened leg bone to support body weight and greatly reduces energy consumption by leg muscles.
Your walking distance can be increased significantly on the trail and tiredness minimized.
Since practicing on the trail I have also utilized the technique for work while walking around the plant and am able to accomplish much more with less energy consumption.
It is an efficient movement technique that greatly reduces the amount of energy required while hiking. It uses the principle that a straightened leg bone can carry your body weight far more efficiently than muscles can.
While hiking, keep the knees straight and, with each step, center your body weight over your forward leg. This utilizes the straightened leg bone to support body weight and greatly reduces energy consumption by leg muscles.
Your walking distance can be increased significantly on the trail and tiredness minimized.
Since practicing on the trail I have also utilized the technique for work while walking around the plant and am able to accomplish much more with less energy consumption.