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Fitness

How to Train for Everest

Author: Tough Mudder March 1, 2021
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This classic Tough Mudder obstacle has been intimidating the most experienced Mudders for years. It takes power, strength and fearlessness to face the behemoth head on and run into its path.

How to Train for Everest

Knowing that tackling Everest is 50% bravery and 50% physical ability, Three Fold Hard Seltzer want to prepare you to take on this world-class obstacle.

With a combination of exercises that can be done anywhere and invaluable tips, use these videos to prepare your mind and body for reaching the peak.

Week 1

The Video

The Workout

Exercises: 7

Work for: 20 seconds

Rest for: 10 seconds

Sets: 2

Kick Throughs

Mountain Climbers

Touch Backs

Squat Thrusts

Burpees

Fast Feet

High Knees

Week 2

The Video

The Workout

Exercises: 6

Work for: 20 seconds

Build up for: 10 seconds

Flat out for: 10 seconds

Sets: 2

High Knees

Mountain Climbers

Squat Thrusts

Burpees

Lunges

Split Jumps

Remember Mudders, while it is good to push yourself and see progress, make sure you stop any exercise if you feel uncomfortable or in pain.

Set Everest in your sights, rally your team, grab a can of Three Fold Hard Seltzer and sign up for a  Tough Mudder event. 

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