The Grouse GrindGeorgia Casey’s Fitness Challenge

Grouse Grind Background Info

“Mother Natures Stairmaster”• 2.9 km hike up Grouse Mountain• Takes 1-2 hour on average• 1894- first recording of hikers• First developed in 1981• Completed in 1983• Have a grind timer system (one year is

$20)

*Map found on Google images*

Training• The grouse grind is considered

to be “Mother Natures Stairmaster”• Hike requires string hips and

legs• Requires base level of fitness• Cardio workouts (squats,

lunges)

Here is my workout schedule focusing mainly on the week of the hike

Preparation

• Every hike requires a partner I asked my mom, dad and brother to join me• We woke up at 8:30 and prepared

to leave for 9:30• It was a 15 minute drive to the

mountain• The parking lot was pretty full

Bring Water and Snacks

The long hike will leave you parched!Bring snacks incase you get hungry to• Bananas• Apples• Granola bars

Grouse Grind Trail

From the bottom to the top!*Map found on Google images*

The BeginningHere I am at the start of the hike

This is where you would scan your Grouse Timer card

Importance of Good FootwearIt is important to wear appropriate footwear for the hike as there is many rocks, roots and stairs that one can trip on. To avoid swollen ankles/ other injuries, running shoes or hiking shoes are recommended

Heels and flip flops are NOT recommended

Stairs

Enjoying the Landscape

During the hike there are plenty of beautiful trees to look at

Pit-stop at the middleWe chose to take a 10 minute break at the ½ way point for some snacks and water

Take a BreakIt is super important to listen to what you body is telling you

If you need to take a break at any point step to the side and take a breather

Finally at the top!!

The Beautiful View

The Ride Down

*Image found on Google images*

The Grouse Skyride is the only way down the mountain as it as a one way hike.

On The Skyride, you enjoy a very scenic view of the mountain as well as Vancouver

Conclusion

• It took 2 hours to fully complete the hike • With a 10 minute break at the ½ point

Overall, it was very challenging but an amazing hard workout! It was fun for the family to challenge ourselves and be active in the process. The cardio training helped a lot and having a water bottle on hand came in very handy