![]() ![]() Here are some of the things I am currently or will be taking care of in the next 30 days leading up to the trail: This short time between now and the trail will be for me to finalize anything that needs to be done. Now, I am only at one and will be finishing up my employment in the next two weeks. I was working two full-time jobs up until a week ago in order to save up for the trail. In order to leave my normal life behind for six months, there are a few final things I need to take care of. I think it’s important to know what could put me over the edge and understand how I can overcome these obstacles if it happens. Consider what might be my breaking points on the trail.Feedback from someone who has already done what you are about to do can be the most beneficial trail information you hear. Take the time to read up or watch videos of some past successful thru-hikers.Don’t just hike when it’s nice and sunny. Get out and spend several days using your gear and hiking daily. Shakedowns- The best way to understand how you will feel on the trail is to put yourself in the same settings.In addition to reading and doing TONS of research, here are some other ways I’ve been preparing in this final stretch: This was my starting point and it gave me some great insight as to what lies ahead for me. If you are wanting to mentally prepare but are not sure where to start, I definitely recommend reading Appalachian Trials by Zach Davis. This is something I’ve been focusing on for the past year and it is safe to say I feel ready. Since I live in Florida where there is little to no elevation, I focus on doing inclines on the treadmill whenever possible.īeing mentally ready to take on a feat like thru-hiking the AT is so important.Take 2-3 classes at Orangetheory Fitness, which is a one hour, full-body, group workout.Hike 5-10 miles a few times per week with my gear-filled pack.Here’s what I have been and will continue doing to physically prepare for my AT thru-hike: I am trying to do all I can now to help make the first few weeks of “getting my trail legs” a little smoother. Getting in shape and building stamina is not crucial, but I know it will be very helpful. There have definitely been phases in my life where I’ve been all about fitness, but not as of recent. I would not classify myself as an athlete or an overly fit person. Keep reading to see what the next month will consist of for me! Physical Training Come early February, I will be taking on the greatest challenge of my life. Now, with only 30 days until I hit the approach trail to Springer Mountain, it is finally starting to sink in. I needed to prepare in every way possible. When I first decided to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail over a year ago, it seemed like an eternity away. ![]()
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