Originally Posted by nyrifleman
Originally Posted by viking
I had a neighbor in Texas that did. He was gone all summer (if you knew his wife, a fun nazi) . He came back with a full beard and 40 pounds lighter.


My one concern is losing muscle mass and strength due to not lifting for 5-6 months.



Some health problems ended my hiking much distance days. I have kept up with the forums and literature though. I liked this guys outlook and tenacity.

https://www.amazon.com/Three-Hundred-Zeroes-Lessons-Appalachian/dp/1450557465

I have forgotten what % of hikers who plan to through hike make the whole trip; it's pretty small IIRC. For the ones who make it it tends to be a kind of "vision quest" experience. If you do this you might come back not being as concerned about muscle mass.

Please don't feed the trolls!