Re: [at-l] Physical Preparation

["Thomas McGinnis" <tmcginnis@ucclan.state.in.us>]

Chomp —
1) What a great trail name. Should've said that a long time ago.
2) You don't seem to realize that what you describe as "not in the best shape" is a 12 month goal to some, all by itself. If would add only "hill running" to this routine to construct an optimum workout. Sure, I train for marathons now, but 4 years ago I was almost 40 pounds heavier and had NO aerobic reserves. Now, certain listers describe me as having "chicken legs;" I shy away from elevators as a habit, up AND down; and belong to a rather ferocious Ultimate Frisbie league, 'cause "just running" is not quite  holistically challenging enough. And I'll likely be *building* trail this weekend, if the snow melts. 

Sloetoe
(been to both places, and the scenery is
LOTS nicer in one than t'other.)

>>> Tim Scott <timscott@cabletron.com> 02/07/00 10:38AM >>>
Just my opinion here, but there is no need to kill yourself . When I started my hike, I was running 20-25 miles a week ( 4-5 miles, 4-5 times ) and going for a long day hike, 12+ miles, once every two weeks.
I wasn't is the best shape,but I was able to start off with 12+ mile days without too much trouble, and it appeared that I was in much less pain that others. 
-Chomp

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