Want to feel fitter for walking up hills and enjoy longer days in the mountains? Here I share ideas for building hiking fitness, from kettlebell exercises to simple yoga routines you can try at home.

Walking in the hills of North Wales is my main motivation for keeping active. I want to keep exploring, feel stronger on steep climbs and enjoy the walk back down, too. This collection brings together exercises and challenges I’ve tried, with that goal in mind.

Exercises and fitness ideas for hill walking: