DO YOU WANT TO TRAIN FOR YOUR HIKING GOALS?
The 1-on-1 Online Training Program for Hikers that want to improve their mountain-fitness to be strong, durable, and pain-free on hikes.
Here's what's included:
Mountain-Specific Training
At Moving Mountains Personal Training™, I use functional fitness methods to train you for the mountains. It's not your average gym program.
Strengthen your body for steep ascents & descents. improve your balance for tricky terrain. And build strong joints and the endurance needed for long days on the trail.
All-In-One Training App
Training can get complicated fast. But at Moving Mountains Personal Training™, I like to keep things simple.
You can find everything you need in 1 app. Easily access your scheduled workouts, view your progress, and communicate with me. You'll have everything you need to succeed, all in one place.
Training Plan Built for YOU
Building the right plan for you means dialing in on what you need most to complete and enjoy your adventure.
That's why we start with a deep dive into your fitness level, past injuries, training preferences and more to get clear on what's standing between you and your goals.
Accountability Check-Ins
Great things are never accomplished alone.
I will check your progress throughout the week to make sure you have what you need to succeed and that you're doing what you said you'd do. I won't overwhelm you, but I will hold you accountable.
1-on-1 Coaching
You'll have a seasoned hiker with 15+ years of fitness experience as your coach.
I'll celebrate your successes, troubleshoot issues, and adjust your plan. All so you can keep seeing results.
Form Reviews
Feeling confident and secure on the hike starts with your training.
You can submit videos of your exercises for feedback from your coach. Improve your moves and build confidence in your technique. Learn to move easily. So that you feel confident in the way you move, no matter where you are.
The 3-Phase Approach of Moving Mountains Personal Training™:
PHASE 1 - Building Your Unique Training Blueprint
First, we gain clarity for your mountain training journey. We start by learning exactly what you need to be in peak shape for your adventure.
To do this, I'll dive deep into your goals, fitness level, schedule, preferences, and history. Then I'll use that to build a program that you enjoy and gets you results.
In Phase 1 you'll get:
- A 1-on-1 consultation with me to breakdown your current situation and goals.
- A questionnaire to understand your schedule, what you like, and what you'll be using to train.
- A home fitness assessment to uncover your strengths and weaknesses. And find your best opportunities to improve.
- Your Custom Training Blueprint that combines all of this. So, you don't have to think, just move.
PHASE 2 - Forming Your Mountain Fitness Foundation
Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just getting back into it, we start by building the habits you need to succeed. This will make a successful journey inevitable for you.
Your training starts by strengthening your lungs and improving your movement ability. So you can reach your goal and enjoy the trail there. That means endurance sessions and exercises to make your joints strong and improve your comfortable range of motion.
In Phase 2 you'll get:
- Access to the all-in-one training app. Here you'll find workouts, reps, sets, demos, and talk to your coach.
- Conditioning workouts to build up your aerobic-base, the engine behind your long hikes.
- Mobility and Strength workouts to get your body moving optimally. Ensuring you have the ability to train and hike safely and efficiently.
- Habit Coaching as needed to align your life with your goals.
PHASE 3 - Achieving Peak Performance
Once you've mastered the basics, we'll raise the intensity. And focus on building the specific strength and endurance you need for your unique adventure. This is where you'll truly start to see the transformation. You'll feel stronger, more agile, and more confident. Even on challenging terrain.
Your training will start to match the demands of your chosen adventure. from the weight of your backpack to the terrain you will encounter. We'll fine-tune your form, test your toughness, and teach you the skills to reach the top and enjoy the journey there.
In Phase 3 you'll get:
- A range of conditioning sessions to address each aspect you need for well rounded mountain fitness.
- Advanced strength training to increase power and resilience.
- Progressive endurance workouts to prepare you for long days on the trail.
- Specific training to replicate the conditions of your hike.
- Planned taper period to make sure you're refreshed and at peak performance on the day of your trip.
"I was less active this year but my training focused solely on mountain fitness and wow did it pay off!"
"I completed a loop of 14ers in 5 hours... a year ago this would have been an all day event and a struggle bus along the way."
"I felt strong all day, and my sea level lungs kicked ass all day!"
"If you want to accomplish your goal, Cesar is the one to help drive you to the finish line!"
"Needless to say, my Dolomites trip was a major success. We did 58.6 miles and 16k ft of climbing over 7 days, all at altitude - And I was fine with that."
"My orthopedic surgeon considers my current strength and flexibility among the top 1-2% of all his knee replacement cases after training with Cesar."
"My training paid off and I was able to complete my first Grand Canyon Rim-To-Rim. 30 miles from North to South."
"I really appreciate the exercises he gave me because I can see how they've prepared me for my backpacking adventure."
"He followed up with me 2x a week and sometimes more if I had questions."
"I continue to work with Cesar to keep pace and continue to lose weight for future adventures."
"Cesar completed other hard hiking adventures so I knew he understood what I would encounter."
"Every week I could feel the improvement."
"He uses my weekly feedback to consistently develop an exercise plan to improve my abilities."
"Cesar has been flexible in planning and terrific in communication."
"Training keeps adventures fun. I have more fun when I'm prepared than when I'm gasping for air, nursing sore muscles."
"Cesar is a great coach. My life is crazy busy with lots of travel but he structured my program to work for me anywhere I am."
"He really zeroed in on key workouts to address much needed balance, strength, and flexibility."
"Cesar's customized program has made such a difference in my training!"
"In 100 workouts with Coach Cesar, I've shaved 6 minutes off my steepest uphill mile and still had energy for extra miles afterward."
"I didn't know how to train for my adventures, or what exercise, weight, and frequency was best. Under Coach Cesar, all the second guessing is gone."
"The result of my training program was amazing, I felt great during my 55+ mile backpacking trip, hiking about 15 miles per day."
"I really enjoyed my trip and felt I could go on for more miles at the end of each day."
"I highly recommend Cesar"
"I explained to him my past experiences and he established a training program for me which helped me summit White Mountain yesterday. Today, I feel great. I attribute this to Cesar's training program."
"If you want to move more lightly on the trail, get in touch with Cesar. He has really helped me."
FAQ:
How does Mountain Fitness training differ from regular exercise?
We're not here for big biceps and 6 pack abs, (although that can happen). This training is to help you move uphill faster, navigate rocky terrain, and move downhill without any pain. All with a heavy backpack on. For as long as necessary.
The same way Olympic weightlifters base their training on Olympic lifts. - Mountain Fitness training is based on the way we move in the mountains.
In Moving Mountains PT™ we take this one step further by looking at the specific adventure goals you have in mind. Training for Mt Stuart is different than training for the Grand Canyon. So to increase your odds of success, your plan is made to overcome the exact challenges of your goals.
What would a typical plan look like for me?
Training plans vary from person to person based off of goals, history, results, and feedback.
The goal in the beginning is to get the body moving well. The goal at the end is to have your body fresh, ready, and prepared for the exact hikes you plan to go on.
Most training involves a good mix of strength/mobility days and cardio days. The exact split depending on the time before your goal and your current fitness level.
I don't have a ton of time to focus on training. And I travel a lot. Can this still work for me?
Yes! We will adapt your plan to your schedule and preferences.
A core principle at Moving Mountains PT™ is to "Work With What You Have." That's why we'll make the most of your current schedule before considering adding more.
Your equipment and location are also taken into account. Whether you go to the gym, prefer training at home, live in the mountains, or train in the suburbs, you'll get the right exercises for your current situation so you can train wherever you are with whatever you have.
How does the personal training work if it's online? Do I have to record all of my workouts?
Moving Mountains PT™ delivers everything you need in one app so you can train on your own time wherever you are.
The app has your training schedule, workouts, demos, and instructions. It also has a 24/7 messaging platform with your coach, whom you can book a call with when needed.
Your role is to log your training results and notes in the app. This lets your coach adjust your training for next week and the rest of your program.
Recording yourself isn't ever required, but it may be suggested if you're having trouble with specific exercises so that you can receive critique and improve.
What do your best clients have in common?
Over the years I've noted 2 key traits among my most successful clients.
1- They have a clear adventure goal in mind that they want to aim for every year.
2- they are ready to make changes in their life because they truly want to achieve those goals.
If you're unsure of your goals, it's hard to find the drive to move forward. So if you want to be successful, make sure you know clearly what problems you want to address and what goals you want to aim for.
What if I hate the training plan you give me?
I continually upgrade and modify your training based off of your feedback and results so you can make progress. Piece by piece your training plan becomes uniquely your own and optimized for your success. And I do that with the help of your feedback.
That doesn't mean you get to avoid the hard stuff -we can't cheat success. But it does mean that together we'll craft an approach to your mountain training that you enjoy and that ensures success on your adventures.
©2026 Moving Mountains Personal Training™ • Privacy Policy •