With the return of sunny days, hiking is becoming the flagship activity of spring. And an inexpensive accessory could change everything.
The month of May marks the start of the peak hiking season. Mild temperatures, vibrant nature and longer days: the ideal playground for lovers of the great outdoors. Marked trails, long-distance hiking trails (GR), forest trails or mountain routes, hikers are spoiled for choice. And more and more practitioners are rediscovering hiking as a complete physical activity, capable of sculpting the body in depth – as long as it is accompanied by the right accessory.
Because with the right tools in hand, walking in nature becomes a extremely effective full-body activity. Hiking poles, in particular, are a game-changer: with each push on the trail, it is the shoulders, pectorals, triceps, biceps and back muscles that come into action, in addition to the muscles already used by walking uphill – quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, glutes and abdominal belt. Result: overall muscular work and toning of the upper and lower body, without brutalizing the joints. The French Hiking Federation confirms this: “the use of sticks relieves the lower limbs and improves balance, especially on uneven terrain“.
Good news: no need to spend a fortune to equip yourself before going hiking. At Lidl, CRIVIT aluminum hiking poles, priced at just 14.99 euros, appeal to walkers, trekkers and outdoor fitness enthusiasts. A low price for a trekking accessory that rivals real outdoor muscle strengthening tools.
This model focuses on the essentials: a light and robust aluminum structure, ideal for withstanding repeated pressure on trails, in the forest, in mid-mountains or on coastal paths. Adjustable, these poles adapt to the size of the hiker and the different terrains, allowing the intensity to be adjusted according to the difference in altitude: the steeper the slope, the more demanding the push on the arms becomes. Their ergonomic handle ensures a comfortable grip, even over long hours of walking. User feedback is largely positive, with many praising reliable equipment, often compared to much more expensive references.
At a time when outdoor equipment is quickly increasing the price, these poles from Lidl remind us that it is possible to build muscle without breaking the bank, while enjoying the joys of walking in the great outdoors. Ideal for intensifying your weekend walks or embarking on long-distance hiking trails, this accessory transforms each outing into a real open-air muscle strengthening session as long as you do not neglect the rest of the equipment: good walking shoes, a suitable backpack, a hat and sun protection remain essential for exploring the trails with complete peace of mind.
