I'm interested in hearing about people's energy levels 1-4 months after completing a multi-month trip such as a thru-hike.

Also, I'd like to ask the athletes if they did extracurricular activity besides hiking while on the trail, in order to maintain their fitness whether it be focused on strength or endurance?

The reason: My wife and I are planning on doing an Ironman triathlon just a few months after the end of our much anticipated thru-hike. I'm wondering if I'm gonna be able to recover in a few weeks and then begin training for the race?

Just curious if anybody else tried to keep up with their push-ups, sit-ups, and running while out on the trail? Don't get me wrong, I know walking miles of hills w/ a pack is a workout, but walking fit is different than running fit.
(I honestly can't imagine going for 3-4months without going on a run...)

So, how long did it take you before you felt energetic again or do you think it was "easy" lol?