Hi everyone I am re-posting this on General board, edited a bit..
New member, new goal.
First things first I am overweight and working to get fitter this next year, so my goal for the Appalachian is for 2018, potentially 2019.
Long term goal, but something I really want to do, for spiritual and inner healing reasons, as well as being a nature lover and being at one with the outdoors. I grew up with a father who was an outdoorsman, and feel more comfortable out there than anywhere. I am realistic in that I will do as much as I can - even if I don't finish. My body will know what it wants to do and can do.
That said, I know that a thru-hike is an incredible amount of preparation (as is doing portions), which is why I am here now.
Realistically, I have weight to lose and I have already begun that journey which a lot more to go, but here are my questions.
While working out to lose weight, I would also like to incorporate strengthening, proper physical activity that would be beneficial as well as mental preparation. I have lots of time, and am super goal oriented, so when I put my mind to something I roll with it. Having this goal is something I am excited about and really looking forward to.
I will have lots of the needed equipment within the next year to do smaller hikes and overnights too, to get a feel for it and get lots of practice in. I will build myself and my strength up.
Any suggestions on things I could do, or that you found beneficial for workouts ? (squats, some upper body, and walking I am doing now). But if there is anything specific I could and should be doing while losing weight ?
Also, I am starting the reading & research process now, and educating myself lots!
Thank you in advance and thank you for accepting my membership!!