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Mediterranean Hiking for Weight Loss
Looking for a beginner-friendly hiking workout that supports consistency and cardiovascular health? The Mediterranean Hiking Series is an eight-workout iFIT program designed to help you build endurance and stay motivated through scenic, low-pressure movement.
Led by iFIT Trainer Erica Lugo, this series combines guided hiking workouts with stunning Mediterranean landscapes, making it easier to stay engaged while working toward your fitness goals.
Experience the Mediterranean, one hike at a time
Each workout takes you through iconic Mediterranean terrain, from coastal paths and rocky gorges to sweeping cliffside views. The scenery adds more than visual interest. It helps you stay present in your movement and committed to showing up, hike after hike.
Hiking’s steady rhythm and natural elevation changes make it an approachable way to stay active while still challenging your body.
Inside the Mediterranean Hiking for Weight Loss Series
The Mediterranean Hiking for Weight Loss Series is an eight-workout iFIT hiking program led by Trainer Erica Lugo. It uses guided, scenic hikes designed to encourage regular physical activity, improve endurance, and help build consistent, low-impact cardio habits.
Each workout focuses on:
Steady-state hiking that encourages consistent movement
Gradual elevation changes to build strength and endurance
Consistent movement that supports general fitness and long-term healthy habits
Erica Lugo’s approach on the trail
Erica brings encouragement, pacing cues, and mindset support to every hike. She helps you focus on effort over speed, listen to your body, and build confidence with each workout. Her coaching style keeps the experience positive, empowering, and achievable, even on uphill climbs.
Is this hiking series right for you?
This series is a strong fit if you:
Are new to hiking workouts or returning after time off
Prefer low-impact cardio over high-intensity training
Enjoy scenic workouts that make exercise feel less intimidating
Want a sustainable, low-impact way to stay active
Start your Mediterranean hiking journey
If you want a motivating, scenic way to stay active while building consistency, the Mediterranean Hiking For Weight Loss Series is a strong place to begin.
Looking to mix up your routine or add variety to your cardio? You can also explore the Mediterranean Biking for Weight Loss Series for guided cycling workouts that deliver the same scenic motivation with a different training experience.
FAQs
What are the benefits of hiking on iFIT
Hiking workouts on iFIT encourage consistent movement, support cardiovascular health, and offer a low-impact way to stay active. Regular exercise, as part of a healthy lifestyle, can contribute to weight management when combined with proper nutrition.
Are iFIT hiking workouts beginner friendly?
Yes. Many iFIT hiking workouts, including the Mediterranean Hiking for Weight Loss Series, are designed with approachable pacing and gradual elevation changes.
What makes hiking a good low-impact workout?
Hiking is considered low impact because it places less stress on joints while still providing effective cardiovascular and lower-body training.
Who is Erica Lugo on iFIT?
Erica Lugo is an iFIT Trainer known for her encouraging coaching style and focus on confidence, mindset, and sustainable fitness habits.
What kind of scenery is featured in iFIT hiking workouts?
iFIT hiking workouts feature global locations, including coastal paths, gorges, and mountain trails, to help keep workouts engaging and motivating.
Do iFIT hiking workouts replace walking workouts?
Hiking workouts build on walking by adding terrain changes and elevation, making them a natural progression for users who want more challenge without high-impact training.
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