Hey guys new to the forum but have long dreamed of Thru-Hiking the AT (before I knew the term Thru Hiking). I am finally at a point in life where I can start to do several smaller section hikes each year. I plan on going on a section hike in August this year starting at the approach trail and staying on trail hopefully for 10 days. I am trying to gauge how far would be a good hike for a first timer on the trail. I am in fairly decent shape, not overweight at all, and I normally walk 10 miles a day at work. I don't have pack weights or anything yet as I still have to purchase a tent and sleeping pad.