Older Hikers: Your Time for the PCT is NOW!
In this episode I offer encouragement for those older hikers who need a little prod into taking that first step preparing for a longdistance hike. My channel has offered plenty of training and stretching tips for older hikers, but with permit season fast approaching, now is the time to make the commitment for your grand adventure. I share with you all my fears prior to attempting the Pacific Crest Trail in 2022 with my wife, Flash. That year we hiked 2005 miles and in 2023 we finished all but the last 30 miles of the trail due to smokey conditions. I’m convinced an older hiker needs to find the correct why and mindset to embark on a longdistance hike. I have also offered a unique way of looking at how best to train and approach the hike.
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Here are some other videos to help ensure success on your longdistance hike:
Improved Tips for Older Hikers:    • Improved Tips for Older Hikers  
Tips for Older Hikers:    • Tips for older hikers  
Stretches to Help Older Hikers Feel Strong:    • Stretches to Help Older Backpackers F...  
Morning Stretches for Hikers:    • Backpacker Stretching Exercises While...  
Long Distance Hikers Stretches:    • Backpacker Stretching Exercises While...  
A Pacific Crest Trail Coddiwomple:    • A Pacific Crest Trail Coddiwomple Doc...  
Tips to Stay Mentally Strong on the Trail Part 1:    • Tips to Help Long Distance Hikers Sta...  
Tips to Stay Mentally Strong on the Trail Part 2:    • Unbelievable Tricks for Maintaining M...  
Ode to an Older Hiker:    • Watch this Inspiring Story of a Hiker...  

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