Adventure
Mountainboarding
Ride down grassy hills on an off-road board.
- Moderateintensity
- ~350kcal per hour
- Mid costbudget
- Mediumimpact
Is mountainboarding right for you?
Ride down grassy hills on an off-road board. It is a moderate-intensity, medium impact activity that you can do outdoors, on your own or in a group. Expect to burn around 350 calories an hour, based on a 70 kg person.
Takes some practice. Expect to spend up to about £50 a month.
Why try mountainboarding
- Teaches a skill. There is always something new to learn, which keeps it interesting.
How to start mountainboarding
Book a lesson at a mountainboard centre.
Get the basics: board, helmet (hire). Borrow or hire before you buy.
Join a beginners' session or go with someone who can show you the basics.
Warm up for five minutes first, build up gradually and stop if anything hurts.
A 4-week starter plan
| Week | Sessions | Minutes each | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 20 | Learn the basics and keep every session easy. |
| 2 | 3 | 25 | Repeat last week and add a little time. |
| 3 | 3 | 30 | Add a session or make one a bit harder. |
| 4 | 3 | 40 | Your longest week. Book or plan what comes next. |
This is general guidance, not medical advice. If you have a health condition or injury, check with your GP before you start.
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