Reanna Leisure

Hi! My name's Reanna. I grew up in a small eastern Kentucky town, but currently live in St. Louis, MO. Flannel shirts, weird flavored Pop Tarts, and jamming to Coldplay songs are some of my favorite things on earth along with my dog Honey. I'll be thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2020 and can't wait to share my experience!

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Top Favorite Trail Foods

Top Favorite Trail Foods

Food on a thru-hike dosen't have to be complicated! Through trial and error, I've been able to discover what meals and snacks I like the best to power me through a long hiking day.

Feb 28, 2020 : Reanna Leisure
Four Reasons Why Thru-Hiking Is Like Recovery

Four Reasons Why Thru-Hiking Is Like Recovery

Thru-hiking and recovering from an eating disorder seem like two totally different worlds, but are they really?

Jan 25, 2020 : Reanna Leisure
Going Back to the Basics: Why Hiking Is Fun

Going Back to the Basics: Why Hiking Is Fun

As thru-hike training continues, a question emerges: how does hiking spark joy in my life?

Jan 4, 2020 : Reanna Leisure
The Silent Killer: Emotional Pack Weight

The Silent Killer: Emotional Pack Weight

Physical pack weight is not the only thing to consider as I obtain the gear needed for my Appalachian Trail thru-hike.

Dec 11, 2019 : Reanna Leisure
Five Unexpected Things I’ve Learned While Training for My Thru-Hike

Five Unexpected Things I’ve Learned While Training for My Thru-Hike

Training for the Appalachian Trail has never been more enlightening as I continue to learn more about myself and my hiking preferences.

Nov 8, 2019 : Reanna Leisure
Intentions for Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail

Intentions for Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail

Why am I thru-hiking, you ask? That's a big question.

Oct 17, 2019 : Reanna Leisure
Lessons Learned as a Baby Backpacker

Lessons Learned as a Baby Backpacker

First time backpacking trips are always full of learning opprotunities while in preperation for the Appalachian Trail....even if they are uncomfortable.

Oct 8, 2019 : Reanna Leisure
The Odds Are Against Me: Thru-Hiking While in Recovery

The Odds Are Against Me: Thru-Hiking While in Recovery

Thru-hiking in of itself is a massive challenge, but doing so while in recovery from an eating disorder is a whole other beast. Is it worth the risk?

Sep 28, 2019 : Reanna Leisure