I'm a desk jockey in my late 50's, and have fallen in with other 40- and 50-somethings who will do multi-day 8-12 mile hikes on the Appalachian Trail. I am, by

I'm a desk jockey in my late 50's, and have fallen in with other 40- and 50-somethings who will do multi-day 8-12 mile hikes on the Appalachian Trail. I am, by far, the slowest of the group and depend heavily on their experience and support. I'd say working your way up, a little at a time, is essential. Have a look at this recent article by another walker of cities, Chris Arnade: https://walkingtheworld.substack.com/p/how-to-walk-12-miles-a-day https://walkingtheworld.substack.com/p/how-to-walk-12-miles-...