Category: Pacific Crest Trail

How To Train For Your First Thru-hike

5/3/2021

Training for any thru-hike is a significant undertaking. And when it is your first thru-hike, it can be genuinely overwhelming. Because not only do you have to get yourself ready to hike for weeks (or months) on end, but there are SO many other things you need to prepare for...

You have to get ready for rough and uneven terrain. Elevation changes. Carrying a full pack. River crossings. And a dozen other things factors that make thru-hiking the unique challenge that it is.

On top of all of this, not only do you have to survive these issues (and ensure you don't break down with pain, injury or exhaustion), you also want to be in a position where you can actually enjoy yourself!

So it is totally understandable if it all seems a bit much.

And to make matters worse, the quality of training information available to thru-hikers often leaves a lot to be desired...

But this article is here to change that.

The intention of this piece is to provide a clear and effective guideline on how a thru-hiker can best prepare themselves for their upcoming adventure.

So whether you are training for the Pacific Crest Trail, Te Araroa, Larapinta, The Appalachian Trail or any other big thru-hike, this will start you in the right direction towards a safe, enjoyable and successful hike!

How Joan Overcame Knee Pain During Downhill Hiking And Trained For The Pacific Crest Trail

6/29/2020

At 61 years old, Joan decided to do her first thru-hike on the Pacific Crest Trail. Learn how she used the Online Summit Program to overcome knee pain during descents, strengthen her joints and give her the physical confidence to tackle her big adventure.

How Kerri Trained For The Pacific Crest Trail

6/9/2020

Listen to Kerri's story as she trained for the Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike, juggled her preparations with a crazy schedule and overcame several injuries before she started hiking.

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