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Your Longest Dayhike Ever
| Week 1 | |
| Sunday: | Hike with pack that weighs what you'll carry during goal hike. Cover half the distance and elevation gain of goal hike. *RPE: 5 |
| Monday | Off |
| Tuesday: | 40-minute walk or hike with pack that weighs 1/2 of goal-hike pack weight. RPE: 6 Strength training. |
| Wednesday | Off |
| Thursday: | 40-minute trail run with lightweight pack (no more than 7 pounds). RPE: 6 |
| Friday: | Strength training. |
| Saturday: | Free day: 60 minutes of mountain biking, playing basketball, elliptical training or any other cardio you enjoy. You can switch activities during the session. RPE: 6-7 |
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