LEGS & CORE CIRCUIT

Warm up for 10 minutes, stretch for five, then cycle once through this 40-minute workout. As you get stronger, add weight and keep reps constant.

DUMBBELL BOX STEPUPS

Strengthens glutes and hamstrings—the major muscles that propel you up the hill. Improves hip mobility and stability. Do 3 sets of 5 reps per leg with heavy weights, focusing on explosive upward movements.

BARBELL FRONT SQUATS

Targets the glutes, thighs, hips, and calves with added emphasis placed on the anterior (front) side of the body, which you’ll use most during your ascent. Do 3 sets of 5 reps, barbell resting on shoulders under chin, elbows high.

V-UPS

Targets the core and trains your full range of ab muscles, which helps you maintain form on the mountain and reduces injury risks. Do 3 sets of 15 reps (or as many as you can manage).

BARBELL DEADLIFT

Flips the emphasis to the posterior (backside) muscles of your legs, which is needed for the descent. Strengthens the glutes, back, neck, and inner thighs.

Do 3 sets of 5 reps with a heavy barbell.

ELEVATED SPLIT SQUAT WITH DUMBBELL

Strengthens the stabilizing muscles in your hips and butt. Builds hamstring and quad power. Holding a dumbbell under chin, do 3 sets of 8 reps per leg, forward knee making a 90-degree angle.

HANGING WINDSHIELD WIPERS

Improves core stability. Augments hip rotation and flexibility. Do 3 sets of 15 reps (or whatever you can manage). Can also be done on the floor.