Surprise! The Hardest Part of Thru-Hiking Isn't Physical

Описание: Are you mentally prepared for a thru-hike? I've learned a lot from my backpacking experiences, things most people won't tell you.

In this video, I get real about the mental aspects of a thru-hike. If you're planning a long-distance backpacking trip, I'll help you win the thru-hike mental game so you can enjoy the adventure of a lifetime.

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Finding a Support System:
Here are some ways to connect with other would-be hikers as well as past thru-hikers:
1. Attend meetups/events sponsored by trail associations, like PCT Trail Days or the AT Kick-Off
2. Join Facebook groups for the trail you plan to hike (look for your class year)
3. Attend ALDHA Gathering/Rucks: https://www.aldha.org/

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:13 It's Time to Get Real
01:23 A Lovely Walk in the Woods
01:40 Thru-Hiking is a Mental Game
02:22 You Will Be Different
03:16 How DO you get ready?
03:31 Facing Fear
05:55 Dealing with Discomfort
06:29 Feeling Fatigue
07:40 Wildlife Encounters
08:57 Things You Can't Control
10:31 Being Dirty (All the Time)
11:50 Boredom?
12:56 Loneliness
14:01 Water Anxiety / Dehydration
15:08 Feeding Your Mindset
17:03 Losing Weight
17:47 Money Matters
18:58 Your Support System
22:07 Mindset Tips

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