training tips

A Phased Approach to Training For A Thru Hike

A Phased Approach to Training For A Thru Hike

Most folks attempting to hike the entire Appalachian Trail will fall into two camps: Those hiking themselves into shape, and those who have already hiked themselves into shape. Its often...

Jan 5, 2022 : Jake Arens
Counting Calories Part II: Training for the Trail

Counting Calories Part II: Training for the Trail

Planning to hike the Appalachian Trail? Start the new year with these focused training tips in mind!

Jan 23, 2017 : Kmeg
A 4-Pronged Plan for Getting Myself (and My Sofa) Back in Shape before My Thru Hike

A 4-Pronged Plan for Getting Myself (and My Sofa) Back in Shape before My Thru Hike

I’m 15 weeks out from stepping on the trail and getting serious about my training plan. I’d been strapping on my pack and taking training hikes in the NC mountains...

Jan 17, 2017 : Deane "Roo" Giordano