Yes, because hiking burns a lot of calories and also has myriad other advantages. On average, a hiker burns 350 kilocalories per hour - that's about as much as jogging for an hour. But as we all know, there is always room for improvement in the mountains. Depending on the intensity of the hiking unit, calorie consumption increases to up to 500 kilocalories per hour. Additionally, endurance sports have a positive effect on the cardiovascular system, blood circulation in the muscles and the immune system. This makes hiking the perfect sport for losing weight and staying fit. There are even more tips about fitness hiking HERE.