I'm Going On A Hike......?
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If you are only looking to complete the hike in the 15 hour cutoff, the 34 miles can be completed at a pace of just over 2 miles/hour, which is a leisurely walk (assuming you go straight through with no stopping). Elevation gain is not much of a factor. I would suggest focusing more on endurance training (hiking longer distances at a slower pace) than speed training. Might want to try hiking 5 miles one day. One day off. 8 miles. One day off. 12 miles. One day off. Etc. With a few days off before the event to rest and recover. This will allow your body and mind to get accustomed to the pace and distance. If you are wanting to substantially beat the 15 hour cutoff, focus more on jogging and faster paces. Just make sure your body is prepared for the 34 miles. I ran the Pikes Peak Ascent for the first time last year (13.32 miles, 7,815 ft. elevation gain) and focused my training on endurance hikes more than speed training. Good luck and repost to let us know how it goes.
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I can also recommend you to join a hiking and trekking forum : http://www.infohub.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=124\n\nhow to join it/ firstly go to this  link that i am giving to you.\n\nnext: in the left upper corner there is the option "register" ( written with white on a green panel), you click it , then you read the benefits of registering, then you tick the agreement  (terms of service) and then click "register" below.\n\nAfter this you fill in the spaces with the information about yourself  and click "complete registration: below. That's it ! Good luck!\n\nIf you have more questions, feel free to ask, I'll be glad to help you.\n\nSee you on the forum soon!
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umm you worded this one kinda funny but I will give it a go anyway....there are nice guys out there and u shouldnt do anything u dont want to do so dont feel compelled to put out tell them kind to take a hike...and if u mean they charge you to date them stop getting ur dates out of the phonebook....
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I've done a few of these long trips, and the best thing I've found to prepare is to jog. Try to do a 5 km jog 3-6 times a week until your trip. You could try taking a pack with you, too. Push ups are also a great way to strengthen your upper body. In my opinion, going to the gym is not the place to prepare for an outdoor trip. No sense wasting time and money at the gym, when the best treadmill is outside your front door, and the best upper body workout is push-ups. If you do go for day hikes as preparation for your trip, put in a good 6 hour hike, carry at least 40 lbs, and push yourself. Wear the same footwear you plan on taking on your trip, so you can test them out. It's very important to have good quality socks and footwear for long trips such as this. I suggest Merino Wool WigWam Socks, as they wick woisture away from the foot, and are especially designed for hiking. I'm not sure if they have their own website, but you can find them at Mountain Equipment Co-op (www.mec.com), along with everything else you could possibly need for this trip. I highly recommend a browse and a few purchases from this store before your trip. \n\nHappy Trails!
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YOU have had a fantastic day...but where are you? It's only 7:30 in the AM here! :) No lapping up the sun just yet for me. \n I have been on my 4 mile hike with my dog and listened to the birds chirps and watched the bunnies eat clover all along our route. Came home and fixed myself a hot cuppa joe and am enjoying the peace and quiet. So - yes I am having a good day so far...but it's early yet! :)
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1.83 oz each hiker...?
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The hike up Mount Washburn is pretty cool we saw sheep and goats.  If you have two vehicles you can hike up one side and down the other.
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Hill would be nice,nice flowers and clean air. waterfall is good too,opening your way to camping and hiking activity.
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Went to a waterfall and then went hiking.
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my advice- go find the highest cliff you can and jump off it!!!!!\n\ni don't believe you are even considering it-Moron!!!!!
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first eat, then go for a walk/run..... and then go see some friends.
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walk it with a pedometre
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I am going to spend a lot of my time at the park with my kids.  We will go for really long walks through the many trail and enjoy some family time together, while my fiance is on the rode driving.  he will be on 3 week and off 5 days.  got to pass the time somehow
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sneak off into the woods for a while and then snuggle on the porch swing afterwards. hmm, i'm game if you are, lol.
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Find a pal who likes to walk, get some good walking shoes. Then find a good hiking/walking trail or make your own. If making your own make sure to mark your trail well so you won't get lost. Best is to go to a park and take the trails there. NEVER GO ALONE EVER.  Now with you and your buddy(s) start walking, slow and easy at first to warm your body. Be sure to have plenty of water to drink. As you walk take slow deep breaths. Breathe in through your nose slowly and deeply; fill your lungs up with oxygen. Then exhale through your lips just as slowly. Pretend you are playing a reed instrument like a flute or sax,as  you breathe out.  Most Americans don't breathe deeply enough to oxygenate their bodies blood. Oxygen in the blood helps the body burn calories more effectively and at a faster rate. If you jump rope the same applies, even aerobics and this breathing tec. will help you lose weight quickly and a lot safer than any pills can.
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GO WALKING A LOT IT WILL HELP
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Go to your provicial or national parks and get info on what's going on there. I worked in Algonquin Park here in Ontario for the last two summers, and they had lots of great stuff going on throughout the summer. Attend some of those events, and you'll no doubt meet people who are interested in trekking with you. Or you could find a good man that likes camping and hiking and go with him, lol.\n\nHappy Trails!