Therese Iknoian has developed five training programs for ExperiencePlus!, which can be combined as needed to provide the training for your chosen trip. Her thorough materials will supplement your knowledge and get you fit for walking or hiking.

Therese Iknoian has compiled programs geared toward the level of your selected ExperiencePlus! walking trip.

Walking and hiking expert Therese Iknoian provides tips on how to get started with training for your walking/hiking adventure, as well as guidelines for increasing endurance and staying with a program in her "Golden Guidelines."

Therese Iknoian presents her basic training program to prepare for a walking or hiking tour.

8 week ExperiencePlus! Training Program for someone preparing for a 101-level walking tour, who is currently exercising 2-3 times a week for 30 minutes each time.

12 week ExperiencePlus! Training Program for someone preparing for a 201-level walking tour, who is currently exercising 3-4 times a week for 30 minutes (and up to 45 minutes) each time.

12 week ExperiencePlus! Training Program for someone preparing for a 301-level walking tour, who is currently exercising 3-4 times a week for 45-60 minutes each time.

12 week ExperiencePlus! Training Program for someone preparing for a 401-level walking tour, who is currently exercising 4-5 times a week for 45-60 minutes, or more, each time.

Walking and hiking expert Therese Iknoian provides tips on how to refine your walking technique to make your training easier and more productive, as well as special advice for uphills and downhills.

The problem with walking is that, although most of us can do it, most of us don't! Here are resources and ideas to get started walking for fitness.