Description
The Hiking Engine by Stuart Plotkin is a practical guide to the care and maintenance of hikers’ feet and legs. It covers choosing suitable socks and footwear, preparing for a hike with stretching and other exercises, and understanding how individual biomechanics affect walking and hiking. The book is focused on helping hikers prevent common problems and stay comfortable on the trail.
Extensive first-aid guidance covers a wide range of foot and leg problems, including blisters, bunions, tendonitis, ingrown toenails, sprains and heel spurs, as well as other injuries that can occur while hiking. The book also includes advice on preparation and equipment, making it useful not only to hikers but also to sports trainers and people responsible for first aid on hiking trips and trails.
