Dana's Grand Canyon Rim-To-Rim Hike

Rim to Rim Training Week 3

This week I had some residual foot issues from last week. I made a doctor appointment to have it looked at because hiking 26 miles in the Grand Canyon is no joke. The last thing I want is to NOT be able to finish the hike due to a problem with my foot. Speaking of feet, I went to buy new hiking shoes over the weekend. What you need to understand is I have a really hard time getting new shoes. I end up returning 50 pairs (well, maybe that’s a slight exaggeration) before I find a pair that works. I’m not sure why I have so much trouble…… and it has gotten worse with age! Anyone else have this issue?? To make a long story short….. I bought a pair of hikers from a shoe store that specializes in sneakers and hiking shoes. And they have to go back! Yup. Not good. Wish me luck!

As for the gym…… a complimentary visit with a personal trainer came with my membership. I scheduled an hour with them for next week so they can review my plan and see if there’s anything else I need to do. I did the stairmaster for 5 minutes the other day and I was winded. My goal is to not be winded after 5 minutes and then increase the time. We’ll see how that goes. I also brought my weighted vest to the gym this week and did a walk on the treadmill with that on.

I’ve walked 18 total miles this week. So mileage is building. Next up…week 4.