[pct-l] Question about Training

[Postholer]

Kea wrote:
> What will stop you though is foot problems.  Though your feet will
> harden up, it can be a long painful process.  For training, go for lots
> and lots of walks and hikes.

That hits the nail on the head.

The only thing that will prepare your feet is walking. There are no magic 
shortcuts or clever tricks to prepare your feet.

Otherwise, be prepared to do alot of 10-15 mile days or hike with blisters 
or both while your feet adapt. The further reality is you'll be doing these 
short days in the hot, dusty desert not some lush, water blessed forest. 
Seeing a hiker crammed under a bush or rock for shade avoiding the heat of 
the day always amuses me; I'd rather be putting miles behind me than sitting 
in the dirt and my own sweat.

The first 5 day leg to Warner Springs, especially if it's hot, will be some 
of the toughest days of the trip. Why not prepare your body months in 
advance?

-postholer

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