Category: Thruhiking

How To Get Fit For A Thru-Hike

7/5/2021

In this episode, I dive deep into how a hiker can get fit, strong and resilient for a big thru-hiking adventure. If you are training for a thru-hike, or have been dreaming of one in the future, this episode is for you!

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!

TFT48: How To Train For A Thru-Hike

3/24/2020

In this episode, I interview Lee Welton (the founder of Trailside Fitness) and we discuss how to best prepare and train for a major thru-hike.

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