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Hike Like a Mother: Delaware Valley 20 Mile Hike

Note: The shirt is no longer available with registration; we have adjusted the price accordingly.

BEST FOR: Anybody up for 20-mile hiking adventure on June 15, 2024 in the Delaware Valley in NE Maryland at the Mammoth March event.

PREREQS: You walk, run, hike or otherwise workout at least 3 times a week for 30 minutes.

NUMBER OF TRAINING WEEKS: 20

TRAINING START DATE: January 29, 2024

EVENT DATE: June 15, 2024

Get ready to Hike—and Train and Laugh and Connect—Like a Mother!

This 20-week program is built to prepare you for the Delaware Valley Mammoth March (20 miles, 1,700 feet of climbing) so all you have to worry about on The Day is taking in the scenery and taking in your calories.

We will virtually train together, then gather on June 15th in person for the hike, which is in NE Maryland (close to Newark, Delaware) on the leafy trails of the Fair Hills Natural Resources Management Area.

Over the course of twenty weeks of training, we’ll focus on the endurance, strength, hydration and fueling necessary to complete 20 miles in 8 hours while enjoying (almost) every step of the way.

Taking a day to head deep into Ma Nature–and away from the crowds—is always a day well spent.

And doing that with like-minded teammates? Pretty much perfect.

 

$215.00

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The Details

Hike Like a Mother: Delaware Valley 20 Miles is an immersive program that brings out the best in you as an athlete—and incorporates a supportive, in-person team spirit.

For twenty weeks, you’ll train virtually with a group of like-minded athletes for the Mammoth March, a 20-mile hike. Then, in mid-June you’ll gather near Newark, Delaware/NE Maryland to have a memorable day of 20 miles of adventure with your teammates and Coach Dimity.

Included in the program:

  • a comprehensive hiking program to build a strong, capable foundation to go the distance with a smile;
  • a stocked swag bag, including an exclusive Hike Like a Mother long sleeve;
  • regular team meetings to check in with Coach Dimity + your teammates;
  • a biweekly newsletter to enhance your training; and
  • and optional 20% off your registration fee for the Mammoth March*
    *If you register with a group; we can help facilitate this.

Please note: You do not have to run for training during this program; all the cardio workouts can be done walking or hiking.

BIGGEST WEEK OF TRAINING: 3 x 60 min. workouts; 1 x 50 min. workout; 1 x :20 min. workout; 3 short strength sessions; 3:30 hike; two rest days.

LONGEST HIKE DISTANCES: One 4-5 hour hike (that ideally includes 60% of your total epic hike elevation + distance); one 5-6 hour hike (that ideally includes 70% of your total epic hike elevation + distance).

WORKOUT OVERVIEW:  The workouts are a blend of brisk walks/easy runs; climbing workouts (done on stairs, at a stadium, or on a Stepmill at the gym); hill repeats (done outside or on a treadmill); easy cross-training sessions; strength circuits; and long, hilly hikes on the weekends. You do not have to run any of the workouts; you can walk or hike all of them. Most weeks have two rest days, and you can move the workouts around to fit your schedule.

FITNESS EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS: The workouts utilize a stair machine or stadium/set of stairs; a treadmill; and a stationary bike. There are only two workouts with a stationary bike, so if you don’t have a bike, you can easily substitute something else, but the climbing workouts are mandatory.

You definitely need to have access to either a long set of stairs, a stadium, or a Stepmill (the climbing machine where you pick up your feet with each step). A Stairmaster (the machine where your feet stay on the pedals the whole time) can suffice, but we recommend one of the other three options.

WEEKLY OVERVIEW OF HIKE TRAINING PROGRAM: (workouts are explained fully in the program)

As we train together for the Mammoth March, you’re supported step-by-step with the following:

  • A 14-page comprehensive hike training program. In addition to detailed, engaging workouts, the program covers the gear you’ll need for your hike as well as best nutrition + hydration practices.
  • Daily workouts in a Training Peaks Account. This free training tool will help you chart the nearly daily growth of your endurance base. It also sends you a daily email with your workouts for today and tomorrow so you can plan accordingly.
  • A private Facebook page. You’ll share a page with your teammates and Coach Dimity, who will post a weekly Q + A to answer any training questions you may have.
  • Regular team meetings. We’ll meet via Zoom five times to check in, answer questions, and keep our momentum rolling.
  • Biweekly newsletters. We’ll land in your inbox every other week over the course of twenty weeks with an engaging newsletter to keep you moving forward and learning along the way.

Upon registration, you will receive a package stocked with training essentials, including GU Roctane Drink Mix, two GU Energy items (an Energy Gel and GU Chews); a pair of blister-banishing Wrightsock running socks; a 2-oz. bottle of Sweat X Odor Eliminator spray; and an AMR sticker for your water bottle or laptop. Over $25 worth of swag!

(Domestic shipping is FREE for all merchandise and training swag packages. International shipping is not currently available but we invite you to participate in any of our online programs! Just email us at tlamclub@anothermotherrunner.com and we will help you bypass the shipping at checkout.)

Plus, all members of our Hike Like a Mother team will receive this adorable long-sleeved shirt that features an exclusive design, thumb-holes to keep your wrists warm during winter hikes, and a super soft tech fabric. Available in sizes XS-3XL.

QUESTIONS + ANSWERS

This 20-week program starts on January 29, 2024.

If you’ve got your eye on an epic group hike and want to train for it appropriately so you can feel strong and capable, this is your program. Ideally, before beginning, you have a regular workout habit: 3-4 times a week of 30-45 minutes.

No, you will need to register here for the event on your own.

The workouts utilize a stair machine or stadium/set of stairs; a treadmill; and a stationary bike. There are only two workouts with a stationary bike, so if you don’t have a bike, you can easily substitute something else, but the climbing workouts are mandatory.

You definitely need to have access to either a long set of stairs, a stadium, or a Stepmill (the climbing machine where you pick up your feet with each step).

In the program, we provide a list of everything a hiker needs for a summer hike. Two strong recommendations from us: a pack with a hydration bladder and a set of hiking poles. You can also visit the event FAQ page for a detailed list of what they suggest you have.

We have a block of hotel rooms near the University of Delaware; you’ll receive that information upon registration.

Within a few weeks of registration, every participant in a Train Like a Mother program receives a stocked swag package with some of our favorite training essentials. Domestic shipping is now FREE for all merchandise and training swag packages.

International shipping is not currently available but we invite you to participate in any of our online programs! Just email us at tlamclub@anothermotherrunner.com and we will help you bypass the shipping at checkout.

We definitely want this to work into your life and your active lifestyle. You can email us within 2 weeks of starting the program and we will set you up with another plan or a partial credit for an upcoming challenge. We will not be able to issue a straight-up refund.

With a smart training plan, doable strength training, and advice on foam rolling and other self-care, we’re going to do our best to keep you injury-free. That said, if you have an injury or illness that totally slays your training, let us know within two weeks. We’ll work with you to get you a partial credit for an upcoming program.

Here’s a video overview; Dimity talks through the details about the event, the training, and the gear you’ll need.

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