He took up the regimen several years ago after noticing how much he was huffing and puffing getting back to his treestand in Chester County. He walks early in the morning, often accompanied by his wife, Bonnie, and the couple see lots of wildlife. You need not be a triathlete to make a big difference in your hunting health. And conditioning only several weeks before the season can bring important results. Daily half-hour walks three to five times a week can do wonders, says Dr. Jon M. Keller, a family practitioner and devoted hunter from Ephrata.
Swimming also is a good cardiovascular workout.
Walking strengthens the heart. He also recommends a routine that may include situps and lifting light weights to build flexibility and strengthen legs, arms, chest and back. Knotts preaches the benefits of aerobic exercises. Milton S. Hershey Medical Center recommend a basic cardiovascular and muscle-conditioning program several weeks prior to the beginning of hunting season. A cardiac regimen could include walking, stair climbing and hiking.