01 / CHOOSE THE OBJECTIVE
GIVE THAT 'SOMEDAY' A STARTING POINT.
A first backpacking weekend counts. So does a thru-hike. We start with where you want to go, when you hope to leave, and what feels least clear.
YOUR ROUTE / YOUR TIMELINE / YOUR REASON
HIKING + BACKPACKING COACHING
BIG PLANS.
TRAIL LEGS.
The trip is taking shape. Your training should, too. Build the strength, endurance and trail sense to carry your plans beyond the group chat.
EXPEDITIONS → LONG TRAILS → BIG OBJECTIVESBEGIN THE APPROACH
01 / YOUR PERSONAL GUIDEABBEY / TYPE TWO FUN
YOU DON'T NEED TO ARRIVE READY.
THAT'S WHY WE PREPARE.
I'm Abbey. I've carried the overthought pack, learned from the long descents, and made adjustments along the way. Through physical preparation and coaching, I help you connect training, gear and planning to the hike you actually want to do.
You might know me by my trail name, Freda Heights. I still love a questionable adventure. I just believe in preparing for it.
Meet Abbey
03 / A LITTLE PERSPECTIVEFROM ABBEY'S TRAIL ARCHIVE
THE VIEW IS PART OF IT.
SO IS GETTING THERE.
FIELD NOTES / THE REASON WE GO↗
Type Two Fun is the hard-in-the-moment experience you look back on with a grin. Preparation gives you more room for the experience you came for.
MAKE ROOM FOR THE EXPERIENCE.
PLAN / BEFORE YOU GOGIVE THE DAYS
KNOW WHAT
TRAIN WITH
GIVE THE DAYS
A SHAPE.
Turn a route idea into a day-by-day itinerary you can review and share.
EXPLORE THE ITINERARY ↗ PACK / MAKE IT DELIBERATEKNOW WHAT
YOU'RE CARRYING.
Use the gear list to take a closer look at what makes it into your pack.
EXPLORE THE CHECKLIST ↗ PREPARE / CONNECT THE PIECESTRAIN WITH
A PURPOSE.
Explore how focused training blocks connect physical preparation to trail demands.
EXPLORE TRAINING BLOCKS ↗
04 / THE DOWNHILL TAX
THE DESCENT
COUNTS, TOO.
Downhill asks your legs to brake your body and pack, step after step. Training only for the climb leaves part of the job unpracticed.
PREPARE FOR THE DESCENT05 / TERRAIN BRIEFINGTRAIL DEMANDS / TRAINING GUIDANCE
KNOW WHAT
YOU'RE WALKING INTO.
Fitness is part of the picture. Open a demand to see what the trail asks of you, and where to start preparing.
01The Downhill Tax Nobody Trains For
BRAKING / CONTROL
Long descents ask your legs to absorb load repeatedly. Explore controlled step-downs, descent technique and gradual exposure.
READ THE DOWNHILL GUIDE02Pack Weight & Ruck Training
LOAD / ENDURANCE
Your pack changes how you move and how fatigue builds. Prepare gradually for time on your feet under load, alongside pack fit.
READ THE PACK-WEIGHT GUIDE03Elevation & Acclimation
EFFORT / PACING
Uphill preparation and acclimation are different jobs. Learn what you can train before departure and what needs planning on the trip.
READ THE ELEVATION GUIDE04Balance, Reaction Time & Uneven Terrain
FOOTING / STABILITY
Rocks, roots and tired legs change the task with every step. Connect balance, foot placement and reaction work to uneven ground.
READ THE TERRAIN GUIDE05Recovery While Moving
REPEAT / RECOVER
On a multi-day hike, tomorrow begins with yesterday still in your legs. Bring pacing, breaks and recovery routines into your preparation.
READ THE RECOVERY GUIDEEXPLORE THE FIVE-DEMAND FRAMEWORK
Preparation is personal. These guides give you a starting point.
06 / SUMMIT REGISTERFREE / 30 MINUTES / A CONVERSATION
LET'S TALK ABOUT YOUR HIKE.
