00:00 Hey Y'all
00:14 I Want To Break Nimblewill Nomad's Appalachian Trail Record
01:16 Tips Stay Active
01:41 Hike Slower
02:30 Take More Breaks
03:01 Take Care Of Mind, Body and Spirit (Lift Weights, Nutrition, Mental Health)
05:01 Avoid Injury
05:37 Don't Ignore Changes In Your Body
06:56 Use Trekking Poles
07:19 Lighten Your Load
08:20 Consider Hammocking
09:10 Don't Wait
10:10 Check Out Hiking Rev!
Here is a video he did on this topic:    • Tips for Older Hikers and Backpackers  

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