Knee braces are designed to provide knee support and stability at the joint. They apply pressure or compression to the knee to help reduce pain and inflammation and support the ligaments and tendons. Knee braces come in various styles and designs, including hinged knee braces, patella stabilizing knee braces, and compression knee sleeves. The type …
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Can you take your hiking backpack as a carry-on? Yes, you can. The Geez likes things simplified. Immediately, I looked on the internet for my airline’s weight restriction guidelines for hiking backpacks for a carry-on to replace the baggage with a lightweight hiking backpack! But, traveling on a plane with your hiking gear requires a …
Outdoor enthusiasts hike and backpack to escape everyday life. An outdoor adventure can be as simple as a short walk in the woods or it can be as long as a thru-hike spanning multiple weeks. So, why do I need a satellite communication device for hiking? Do you actually need to stay in touch with …
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Have you ever heard of hiking clubs for seniors before? While hiking clubs do have different meanings, a hiking club is often used to describe a group of individuals who regularly enjoy hiking, often together in groups. Meetup is one of the best know platforms for finding hiking and backpacking groups. Many have no or …
Every week I go on a conditioning hike. As a senior hiker, I know how important it is to keep my muscles in top shape, for numerous reasons. But, as I see and feel my muscles getting stronger, it got me to thinking about what muscle groups we work when hiking. And, does the …
Winter Hiking: Reclaim Your Fitness Whenever the Geez turns his thoughts to winter hiking he looks at why he hikes in the first place. Sure, hiking is one of the best forms of exercise, but what does a geezer do when it turns cold outside and backpacking is no longer an option? My hands and …
Why Hiking In Nature Is Good For The Body And Mind I don’t know about you but I’ve packed on a few pounds over the years. It only gets worse with age as this old geezer can attest! You know, when I was a kid only bodybuilders hung out at the gym. Now there is literally a …
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