[pct-l] Fitness

[ned at mountaineducation.org]

I assume, since I'm getting into this thread late, that many have already 
said this, but here goes,

IMHO, the only way to get ready for long-distance thru hiking is to hike, 
pack on, total weight, same shoes. Add similar terrain and obstacles and 
length of day, and you'll quickly find out what your body thinks of it.

Our recommendation is to do the best pre-trip training that you can, start 
your hike Slowly (don't get sucked into the drive of doing 20s straight out 
of the gate) and increase the daily mileage as your body allows. This may 
take two or three weeks, but you'll be creating the muscles, tendons, and 
joints that will go the distance. Just allow more time for this to take 
plane in you by starting your thru earlier.

In essence, this, too, is a part of mountain safety and what Mountain 
Education wants to help hikers prepare for in order to have a safe, 
successful, and fun dream expedition-of-a-lifetime! Take it easy out there!



"Just remember, Be Careful out there!"

Ned Tibbits, Director
Mountain Education
1106A Ski Run Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, Ca. 96150
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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Barbara Thorn" <Barbara.Thorn at nttourism.co.nz>
To: <pct-l at backcountry.net>
Sent: Thursday, December 16, 2010 4:45 PM
Subject: [pct-l] Fitness


> Hello everyone
>
> Long time reader, first time writer.  I don't think I've seen any posts 
> about fitness for the thru.  Myself and Ant are walking it in 2011 and I'd 
> be keen to hear any tips on getting the bode ready.  We've been tramping 
> (Kiwi for hiking) a bit and doing the odd run but that's about it....
>
> Many thanks
> Bee :)
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