Emily Holzhauer

My name is Emily and I’m from the middle of nowhere Illinois. In December 2015 I will graduate with my bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Southern Illinois University. Much to my mother’s dismay, I will be setting out to thru- hike NOBO March 2016.

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Approach Trail to Neels Gap

Approach Trail to Neels Gap

  The aspect of my thru hike that most people find the most shocking is fact that I’m going “alone”.  After my trial run, I agree.  I had a

Feb 16, 2016 : Emily Holzhauer
Gear, Glorious Gear

Gear, Glorious Gear

After my trial run, here is what that remains. Pack Klymit Motion 60 41.4 oz Tent/ Shelter Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2, w/ foot print  42

Feb 10, 2016 : Emily Holzhauer
“You Ain’t So Bad”, Mountains.

“You Ain’t So Bad”, Mountains.

Featured image found here. In college I volunteered for a program (Strong Survivors) that provides personal training and personalized work out

Jan 22, 2016 : Emily Holzhauer
25 Songs to Take You to Katahdin

25 Songs to Take You to Katahdin

Here's a list of songs I find particularly enjoyable to hike to.  The Great Unknown- Jukebox The Ghost  Up Up Up-  Givers  Simple Song- The

Dec 2, 2015 : Emily Holzhauer
Leap Year and Current Gear

Leap Year and Current Gear

(The featured imaged is from Garden of the Gods.) I've been slacking as far as blogging goes. Do not be alarmed! I'm still going to thru hike.

Nov 14, 2015 : Emily Holzhauer
App Review: Trail Wallet

App Review: Trail Wallet

An app that allows you to manage your budget while hiking.

Aug 5, 2015 : Emily Holzhauer
5 Benefits of Training Before the Trail

5 Benefits of Training Before the Trail

Thru hiking the Appalachian Trail is kind of like menopause...Both trials are, in some way, physiological equalizers among men and women. No matter what your starting shape is, after a while, (almost) everyone is doing similar mileage and is in shape. Here's why you should consider training as important as psychological preparation.

Jul 26, 2015 : Emily Holzhauer
Training Hike Numero Uno

Training Hike Numero Uno

I have a problem… Sometimes I get too excited and act on impulse without thinking things through. I was determined to go on a training hike with

Jul 14, 2015 : Emily Holzhauer
I’m Going to Hike the AT, Baby!

I’m Going to Hike the AT, Baby!

9 months. 9 months until I embark on the journey of a lifetime. I could theoretically go through the entire gestation period of a child. (I

Jun 28, 2015 : Emily Holzhauer