Recoil

THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS

hile at this time of year you’re probably thinking about summer vacations, grilling, and yard chores, the fall isn’t too Many of us will be heading afield to fill the freezer, and while not everyone gets the chance to go on an extreme mountain hunt, training like you’ll be working at altitude and in the cold pays dividends. Not a hunter? Maybe you’re going hiking somewhere, climbing, or perhaps you just love the idea of a HALO (high altitude low opening) jump into northern British Columbia where you’ll be in the mountains for days. Now’s the time to consider changes to your training regimen — leave it until a couple of weeks before and you’ll be way behind the curve. This last scenario, in particular, poses a higher risk for cold-related problems because the exposure is for a prolonged amount of time. Regardless, don’t worry, though. We have you covered.

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