Helping hikers becomestrong, fit, and prepared for the backcountry

Training and coaching programs that help you build strength, endurance, discipline, and confidence for stronger mountain adventures.

Don't Let Your Fitness Hold You Back On The Trails

When you train your body the right way your hikes stop feeling like a struggle, and become the fulfilling adventures they're supposed to be

When you train for the trail the right way you...

No more feeling like you got hit by a bus when you get back to the trailhead too…or the days to follow.

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1-on-1 Training

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MTN STRENGTH App:

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The MTN Strength App gives hikers and outdoor adventurers over a dozen structured strength and conditioning programs—built by a hiking guide & strength coach—specifically for the demands of the mountains.

Follow over a dozen on-demand programs for all levels, goals, and equipment access, or jump into the “Mountain Strength Daily” training for ongoing workouts that keep you strong, fit, durable, and trail-ready all year long.

Build year-round mountain strength for less than $1/day!

$29/month or $249/year.
No contracts.

(Save $99 with annual subscription)

OUR MISSION

Guiding You to Stronger Mountain Adventures

46 Outdoors was founded by coach, Adirondack Mountain hiking guide, and outdoorsman James Appleton to solve one problem: help people become stronger so they can enjoy their mountain adventures instead of suffering through them.

Your physical fitness is the foundation to backcountry preparedness… and it’s earned.

Through our coaching programs, training app, resources, and guided hikes we help hikers like you build the strength, endurance, and mindset needed to be successful in the mountains and beyond.

Whether you’re aiming to finish the Adirondack 46, tackle a long-distance backpacking trail, climb your first 14’er, or just feel confident hiking on the weekend—you deserve to feel strong doing it.

Because stronger mountain adventures are better mountain adventures.

We understand your goals...and we know the mountains

You wouldn't go on trail without a map, so don't train without one too

We’ll give you the map so your gym efforts translate to the trail

3 Simple Steps to Real Mountain Strength

1.) Choose Your Program:

1-1 Coaching, Group/Team Coaching, or Training App Select the best option for you.

2.) Sign Up Online:

Book a call with James about coaching, join the next team, or subscribe to the app and start training today

3.) Start Training:

Begin training and transform your outdoor experience.

No more suffering through your hikes!

Hiking mountains is more fun when your body and mind are prepared for them.

All of our coaching and training programs will make sure that’s the case for you.

46 Outdoors' Core values

Fitness Over Gear

Your gear doesn’t matter if your legs and lungs can’t handle the trail.

Strength Is the Foundation

Cardio matters, but strength comes first.

The Mountains Are the Classroom

They’ll teach you life’s important lessons.

Do Hard Things on Purpose

We don’t avoid challenges, we overcome them.

Growth Is Earned

Hard miles build stronger people.

Strength Beyond the Trail

Who you become in the mountains should improve how you live everywhere else.

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