New to this thread, just got back a couple weeks ago from my first backpack hunt, 5 days in Gunnison National Forest for Elk 2nd rifle. Loved every second. When the dream began in June I was 247 lbs. 208 now. Me and my hunting partner hit the gym every morning. Did biceps and back this morning, and then sprinted 1/2 mile on the treadmill. Love it.