Read the May 2015 blog post "How to use Heart Rate Training" and calculated my exercise heart rate target zones. Now I'm looking for which exercise zone applies to backpacking. I usually carry a 35# pack including water and food, which is less than 25% of my body weight. The exception is week long solo treks when I carry…
Been at this a month, my first serious attempt to lose weight in my life. Never had a weight problem until I got a computer oriented job when I was 57. Last Saturday unloading bags of mulch from my truck had me sweating. A year ago I was carrying 50# sacks of sheep and chicken feed. Don't think I could do it this week. My…