re: Need help with a hybrid lifting/cardio program

All of this here is good advice. I do 1 or 2 50-60 mile hikes a year and I live in Fl so I understand changing from 20' of elevation to 5,000-10,000'. One thing that I found that helps simulate that some is Blood Flow Restriction on my legs.

If you're interested in it do your research though. If done properly it works extremely well with little to no risk.