I felt this video 100%. Someone close to me can't communicate their feelings, desires, concerns with me, and it's very frustrating. Like you said, I'm totally fine with whatever they want. If they feel misunderstood, talk to me about it - i wont be upset. If they want something, share that desire with me so I can help them achieve it. If im doing something to bother them, tell me so i can be more mindful... But for whatever reason they just cant communicate. Don't let it get to you, there's only so much you can do. Communication is a two way street and both parties need to participate for it to be effective.
Some years ago, there was a study done by the Australian Army, about the benefits of stretching. Bottom line? Regarding activity-related injuries, they found that stretching was far more important and beneficial AFTER exercising than it was PRIOR to exercising. Don't know if it's true or not, but that's what the Aussies found out. And about negative thoughts creeping into your psyche - "Be indifferent to what makes no difference." Marcus Aurelius. Be well, stay safe.
I think I will try the stretching after exercising & walking you mention. 👍🏻Even though you meant the info for Stella I appreciate it as well. Thank you.
Sos happy you're restings -ups atlasts ! Now's perhaps you can get a littles hikes in not feel s sos alones out there's as homes sicks !! As your truly loved , your amazing awesome smarts delightful 🙂🙂🙂🙂
You should warm up before any stretching, even if it's just a few jumping jacks. Exercise warms you up of course and stretches you some, so perhaps the argument here is that if you stretch afterwards you can extend the stretching you've already done. You still need to warm up and stretch before exercise but it doesn't have to be forceful, just something to loosen up.
Welcome to my old homestate of VT. Spring snowpacks still melting, Spring Peepers , Beaver ponds, and you will see and hear lots of that, and Vermont is famous for its stunningly beautiful sunsets and sunrises 🌅 Enjoy 💚 And Nyx, Do take your time, take it slow, ... do take care of your knees. Once you cross the border and head out of Hanover, N.H. and over Mt. Moosaulauke you will be into The Whites and the most rugged and beautiful part of The AT. Its "The AT on Steroids"!!! Happy safe paced footsteps to you girl!!! 👣✌️💚👣🌄
1623.3 - Total miles from Amicalola Falls. 73.5% - Accomplished. 585.0 - Miles remaining to Katahdin (2203.5). 18.7 - Miles this day from VT Rte. 9, Bennington, VT to Story Spring Shelter at AT mile 1618.5 (NPS/ATC map). 18.9 - Average miles per day, third day in a row. 20.6 - Average miles per day less the 7 zero days. 31 - Estimated remaining days to Katahdin.
Do you stay in a hotel room every night. Good luck on your journey. I'm 63 we stayed in tents and shelters on the trail 👣. Picked up supplies when we hit a store. But that was 1978 we did not have phone's or satellite. We had a small disposable 📷 camera. Good luck to you young lady. 🙏
Solo hiking can be lonely. No two ways about that. Stay in the now! Good luck! Enjoy, but finish this trail!! A double zero planned would do you a lot of good.
Local New Hampshire resident. I have no clue where you are in real time. The trail through New Hampshire is still full of snow. You are going to be hiking in really crappy conditions. Baxter isn’t even open yet. They usually open by mid June. Slow down or you’re going to have to wait until Baxter opens and clears the Hunt Trail (AT) for use.
LOVED the pond with the setting sun and beaver swimming across with the peepers in the background. Such beauty! That sound is what I listen to, when I have trouble sleeping. Puts me right to sleep! 😊 Take care of yourself & your body, Nyx. ❤
Stella, I would encourage you to consider replacing your shoes. When running, after about 300 miles, the cushioning breaks down and that can often lead to knee problems. It may be contributing to your knee pain.
Don’t try to fight against Mother Nature because you can’t win. Let the weather and trail conditions decide how far you get in a days hike. Having goals is fine as long as they’re flexible. In the Whites especially, weather is very important to keep track of.
Hey Stella! any physical challenge requires mind and body to be in sync. Take time for yourself and reenergize your spirit! Remember you have like 12k friends who'd be willing to help in anyway they could! stay positive and focus on "you"
I know your pretty close to finishing but take some time off stella. If you can't take a week. Take a triple Zero somewhere and have a friend visit. I predict that if you don't take some time off, that your last 300-400 so miles will be miserable and you won't enjoy it and you might regret it. The last 300 is super special and exciting! Just my take. You are awesome and fun to watch!
Hey, you are approaching the show piece of the hike.. NH then Maine.. Maine western maine through the Bigelow’s is stunning but hard too! Slow down enjoy it. Pick up ground after Bigelow’s and 100 mile! But it’s your hike! Do you! Be safe and enjoy it!
You’re doing great! It’s good to remind yourself that everything is temporary, including frustration, disappointment, and loneliness. Without them we will never be able to appreciate the highs. Also, 10 fast rounds of sun salutations (within 5 min) after coffee in the morning and 10 min before bedtime will do wonders to your body….you will also sleep like a log. And when you wake up your body will be supple. I had knee problems for a whole year and nothing seemed to work. Then somebody told me of this routine and I’ve not had any problems since.
Coyote, back from Westeros, had to go to Todd’s old apartment to find the stash of cash hidden in the refrigerator. Cut him some slack. Communicating is hard when you’re on the lam and using burner phones. He’s also busy crossing over into different universes (GoT, BB). Talk about big miles! Coyote lets his walking do the talking. He’s old school. No selfies, no social media, no text messages. You don’t find Coyote, he finds you.
@@frolege1 I’m an artificial intelligence hikingbot commenter, programmed to narrate Stella’s hike with the voice of Morgan Freeman’s folksy wisdom and connect her hike to HBO’s Game of Thrones universe as part of a pitch for Stella’s own reality tv spinoff where she hikes across Westeros in search of big miles, love, and veggie burgers. On her way across the Westerosi Trail, she joins up with a tramily of riff raff hiker trash wildlings. Coyote, leader of House Coyote, formed the tramily to battle for Winterfell and seize control against House Stark, their mortal enemies. Coyotes vs Direwolves. Stella will be at the center of a love triangle involving Jon Snow and Coyote’s older brother, Frank. Frank is an accountant with a heart of gold and passion for hiking. Jon Snow has superior fighting skills, but Frank really knows how to reconcile debits and credits, and can hike big miles. His pack weight is 4 pounds, which Stella finds very sexy. Stella’s only way out of the love triangle is to hike big miles to Dorn and think about which suitor to be with. She’ll post daily vlogs about her adventures and whether she should go with Jon Snow, the Mad Queen killer and protector of the Realm, or Frank, the ultralight accountant.
You're making fantastic progress, Stella. Impressive. And you're also making great videos. I'm enjoying the hike. Thanks for taking me along. I'll be with you to the end. Walk on.
I can say from personal experience that some people aren't good at communicating. Being a lone wolf my whole life, it was never a priority. I had to work at reaching an acceptable compromise with my peers. Communication is very important, but doesn't come easy for some. ✌️
Communication is the number one thing most people don’t understand. At least that is what I have learned in my life. I to want to get negativities out of my head and more positive thinking. Than for sharing today. Stay safe and Happy Hiking ⛺️🥾💞
Stella, You will definitely have to go slower going through the White Mountains. Please,both you & Coyote be careful going through the White Mountain when you get there. As I mentioned previously, take your time, & at least stop at each hut & find out what the weather is expected to be like, before moving forward. May God continue to bless you & Coyote, & keep you both safe.
The single most important companion you have on this adventure is your desire. You show spirit and interest every day in all the things this route has to offer, good or not so good. While I'm worrying over whether your shoes will last😅 I know your desire to make this a successful and rewarding journey will.
Beautiful sunset over the beaver pond! Hope the stretches help. Katahdin doesn't close until October. You'll do it in plenty of time and we'll all be cheering you on!
Try some new shoes, when i ran long distances, my knees would always tell me when it was time for a new pair. I have been enjoying your videos. Someday i hope to do a thru hike on the AT! You inspire me to keep that dream alive. Stay strong!
Man.. you need to find a nice hiker that you can hike with for a day or two. That always worked for me. Feeding off the energy of a friend when feeling down and I could do the same when they were down. I hope you find a trail buddy soon.
Try to find knee compression sleeves and wear them at night in addition to icing. The sleeves are very small won’t take up room in your pack. Cheering you on, slow down, cut back mileage. Control the controlables.
Just remember if they don’t communicate their wants you don’t have to try to figure them out, but you can also communicate and ask too to have a better piece of mind. Something as small as “have you had any trouble with hiker bubbles this year?” And if he says “actually I prefer to hike with people”. Then you can feel comfortable my luck he’d just say “no” 🤣 You may want to start off by stretching 3x a day. Once by morning before hiking, before lunch and before bed. When I was in gymnastics it helped a lot Might help hiking too.❤
Please get some new shoes! Those things are trashed and are more than likely contributing to your knee issues. Also, after you finish your day I really hope you are stretching as that is extremely important! The link I provided is a simple and short post-run/walk routine that you should do every day after you are finished with your hike. ua-cam.com/video/UAcO8sb7KWc/v-deo.html Did I say get some new shoes? Yes, I did. As a runner, I replace my shoes around every 300 miles. Also, a new pair of shoes always energizes me, .makes me feel good and stoked for my runs or walks. And please take some rest days to allow your body to heal! Good luck and congrats on finally seeing a beaver.😊
I can’t help but ask, what’s your rush? It’s only May. You’ve gone so fast, I’ve watched you stay in what seems like eternal spring; you’re chasing it all the way up. Lol. Please take care of yourself. It isn’t worth it if you wind up injured.
Liked the Chase Mountain exercises upon first view. Will try these just to become more flexible. Totally benefitted immediately from the timed breathing exercise.
I think these morning movements and lower miles are going to help a lot. Be patient with yourself during this healing process, don't rush it. You saw a beaver! The red sun is from the wildfire smoke coming from western Canada. Take care and rest well Nyx ✌️
Seeing the beaver was so cute. Wish you could see a moose that would be really awesome. Take care of your knees. Hike shorter days, take plenty of breaks cool them off in a stream and take care of yourself first 🙂🙂🙂👍👍👍👍
That's it pases yourselfs !! You're awesome smarts delightful amazing wows girl beautiful !! Sos happy toos sees you got much needed rest thank goodness !!
Try when stepping down, using your big toe first and then releasing your foot on your big toe as well. My massage therapist (who worked for a professional hockey team for 25 yrs) gave me this advice for my knees and it helped. It aligns your hips and knees.
How about letting your body and the trail set the pace? Happy to hear you’re going to stretch before and after hiking. Enjoy and fully experience the trail…it will be over before you know it! Be your own best friend 🙏🙂
Definitely need to have some fun. Take care of yourself. You are doing great I would have stayed in a hotel every night if I only if I could have afforded it. Always look forward to seeing where you are everyday.😊
For fun! I downloaded the Merlin Bird ID app and really started to figure out what birds were around me. That made me fall even more in love with everything around me. It’s like a hobby to keep your mind working and positive.
You sparked a memory when u showed a pic of Catamount Motel. When hiking the AT96, I stayed at an old style motel in Bennington & believe it was the Catamount but I will always remember that stop in Bennington. I was half asleep watching TV and same the news of this happening: The Centennial Olympic Park bombing was a domestic terrorist pipe bombing attack on Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta, Georgia, on July 27, 1996, during the Summer Olympics. The amazing thing is that I was also on PCT01 near Mt Rainier when the the 9-11 bombing took place. I remember that another hiker, Tony Nitz aka Prehistoric Tony, & I were told about the bombing by a back country ranger on horseback, at that moment we realized that we had not heard an airplane ALL day. I still envision hiking the CDT but I sure don’t want to witness another terrorist attack while on trail. Enjoy the rest of ur hike..
Hello Stella; great to hear that you are on the mend physically but also concerning that you seem very unsure mentally. I suggest reading the book of John , for fun. Also, you can make a fire at your campsite and enjoy the nights. I am suprised you have not encountered a bear; this video looked like bear area. I suggest mosquito coils for your campsites , to keep the bugs away and then you can enjoy the beauty of nature without being bothered by insects. God bless you and thanks again for your hard work to share this wonderful hike with us fans.
You are getting closer. Take care of your body and enjoy. Good for you!I feel you on letting go of negative. Habit change just like any other negative habit change. Wish the Professor could join you for another section and boost your mood. See you are letting the negative about Coyote into your hike. Breathe it out! Do your thing.
Lots of chat today..just rest and heal. I usually watch Taylor and you for morning coffee. Views of trail are good. If a person wants to find you they will..let it go. If he wants to hike he will contact you. Maybe he needs quiet and solitude. Shhhh..
Being in the present IS important but start planning for life after trail -- things to look forward to. Listen to upbeat music. Pair up with someone from camp to hike with -- if just for one day -- keep conversation positive. You are almost to the end and it will feel so good -- whether for the accomplishment or that it's finally over😂
It’s tough to be in the present because as soon as you think you’ve made it, it’s become the past, and then you speed up again only to shoot past the present, and then find yourself in the future.
FUN - what to do for fun on a tortuous thru hike - good question. I have not heard you mention any listening activity, so I would recommend listening to music, audiobook, or podcast, all of which are very subjective. For music I’m gonna recommend Beach House (that’s the name of the group), for a book I’m gonna recommend a classic, not a hiking book, “To Kill a Mockingbird.” As for podcast, I’ll say “This American Life”. nothing about mental challenges, no hiking experiences, but something other than what you are currently enmeshed in. Otherwise, get a good high cocoa content chocolate bar.
Maybe fun, maybe self-care: what about a zero or double zero at some hot springs or spa and get a massage. Seems like this would set you up well for finishing in a good space.
You're a MUCH better and MUCH faster hiker than I am, but I would suggest dropping to less than 20 miles in the Whites. I know you're probably already hiking there but please be gentle with your body and esp your knees thru that section
Nice sunset. Small town New England is not the hub of fun ( my opinion only) lol. Trail type fun - spend up to 5 minutes in those cold lakes challenge. Maybe not. Do something outside your comfort zone... Keep moving.
Stella, hi what and when do you eat during a hiking day? What do you have in your pack now? Did you get rid of anything? What electrolytes do you use? Thank you. 😊enjoy the trek!
I know these videos are a week or more old, so I hope you are alright wherever you are. You seemed fatigued today, which is understandable. Also, you scared me when it looked like you might slip at that wet spot. I thought we were going to witness a horrible accident. I hope you stay safe!
How about making up some ditties and singing them for fun? I know a couple that tries to do this every day on the trail. It's pretty silly. Or coming up with a dance routine with clips from different parts of the AT (google Jungle Drum Iceland for a fun tourism video + lots of other people who made their own version).
Thanks for the beautiful views and your most interesting commentary. For body conditioning, all you said is important. However, proper nutrition is a must too. With a strenuous activity like a long hike, the body needs foods high in fats and carbs and protein. Stay away from sugar. While I steer more to vegan food, I am not a vegan. I don’t eat red meat. But, I will eat chicken and fish. I consider myself in good shape. Although, when my body is feeling down, I will either eat the vegetable based Garden of Life protein bar or drink a glass of Ka’chava( organic powdered mix of all types vegetables). For me, that is a feel good blast for my body. As part of communicating, after watching your videos for at least 50 days, I noticed, when you have concerns you smile less, look down more, you look away from the camera and your eyes have a distant look. Sorry you feel lonely. You are not alone. Funny. Until football season, fun for me is a long hike, a movie, or a good book. If you want off the wall excitement, try a karaoke bar and sing a song. Be well. Wishing you happiness and fair weather ahead. Happy Trails!
Maybe stop and soak your knees in one of those cold streams? I just hate knee pain on the trail. Btw, I heard of your vlog from Nahampsha when she had dogs following her! I am hoping you can do a section together 😊
Put a blanket under your knees when you do cat and cow stretch. Try doing some really deep squats to open up your hips. Keep on keeping on. Listen to your body.
Its not a race relax. Msg me when you think you will be in maine towards the bigelow range. Give u a little magic if its weekend or maybe when you get around sugerloaf i can help u out with the hostel of maine
Sorry you do not have a reliable hiking partner.A good partner would stay with you no matter what.Think about all the hikers from decades ago,they had no cell phones, only a little am radio.
Slow down - save those knees - Katahdin is still covered in snow
I felt this video 100%. Someone close to me can't communicate their feelings, desires, concerns with me, and it's very frustrating. Like you said, I'm totally fine with whatever they want. If they feel misunderstood, talk to me about it - i wont be upset. If they want something, share that desire with me so I can help them achieve it. If im doing something to bother them, tell me so i can be more mindful... But for whatever reason they just cant communicate.
Don't let it get to you, there's only so much you can do. Communication is a two way street and both parties need to participate for it to be effective.
Some years ago, there was a study done by the Australian Army, about the benefits of stretching. Bottom line? Regarding activity-related injuries, they found that stretching was far more important and beneficial AFTER exercising than it was PRIOR to exercising. Don't know if it's true or not, but that's what the Aussies found out. And about negative thoughts creeping into your psyche - "Be indifferent to what makes no difference." Marcus Aurelius. Be well, stay safe.
I’ve heard after is better as well.
I think I will try the stretching after exercising & walking you mention. 👍🏻Even though you meant the info for Stella I appreciate it as well. Thank you.
Sos happy you're restings -ups atlasts ! Now's perhaps you can get a littles hikes in not feel s sos alones out there's as homes sicks !! As your truly loved , your amazing awesome smarts delightful 🙂🙂🙂🙂
You should warm up before any stretching, even if it's just a few jumping jacks. Exercise warms you up of course and stretches you some, so perhaps the argument here is that if you stretch afterwards you can extend the stretching you've already done. You still need to warm up and stretch before exercise but it doesn't have to be forceful, just something to loosen up.
dynamics (warmup) before and stretching and massage after.
Stella, great job!!! Love the hike, sunset and great job getting a view of the beaver swimming.
My advice on having fun: Hiking+Weed+Jokes+Love= Fun
Yep, she hiked so fast she caught winter again. Called it. :-)
True, seeing all those plants again that appear early.
Stella keep going. I wish she had a trail family👣🌻
Welcome to my old homestate of VT.
Spring snowpacks still melting, Spring Peepers , Beaver ponds, and you will see and hear lots of that, and Vermont is famous for its stunningly beautiful sunsets and sunrises 🌅 Enjoy 💚
And Nyx, Do take your time, take it slow, ... do take care of your knees.
Once you cross the border and head out of Hanover, N.H. and over Mt. Moosaulauke you will be into The Whites and the most rugged and beautiful part of The AT.
Its "The AT on Steroids"!!!
Happy safe paced footsteps to you girl!!!
👣✌️💚👣🌄
1623.3 - Total miles from Amicalola Falls.
73.5% - Accomplished.
585.0 - Miles remaining to Katahdin (2203.5).
18.7 - Miles this day from VT Rte. 9, Bennington, VT to Story Spring Shelter at AT mile 1618.5 (NPS/ATC map).
18.9 - Average miles per day, third day in a row.
20.6 - Average miles per day less the 7 zero days.
31 - Estimated remaining days to Katahdin.
Just focus on your goals, listen to your body and avoid distractions.
Put some of that snow on your knees when you take a break for snacks! Sending healing and strength! Love your videos! :)
Do you stay in a hotel room every night. Good luck on your journey. I'm 63 we stayed in tents and shelters on the trail 👣. Picked up supplies when we hit a store. But that was 1978 we did not have phone's or satellite. We had a small disposable 📷 camera. Good luck to you young lady. 🙏
Solo hiking can be lonely. No two ways about that. Stay in the now! Good luck! Enjoy, but finish this trail!! A double zero planned would do you a lot of good.
Local New Hampshire resident. I have no clue where you are in real time. The trail through New Hampshire is still full of snow. You are going to be hiking in really crappy conditions. Baxter isn’t even open yet. They usually open by mid June. Slow down or you’re going to have to wait until Baxter opens and clears the Hunt Trail (AT) for use.
LOVED the pond with the setting sun and beaver swimming across with the peepers in the background. Such beauty!
That sound is what I listen to, when I have trouble sleeping. Puts me right to sleep! 😊
Take care of yourself & your body, Nyx. ❤
I'll echo what others have said and consider replacing your shoes. They can break the hike when they're knackered.
Remember RICE (rest,ice,compression,elevation) starts with rest. Reducing daily distance would help with that.
Stella, I would encourage you to consider replacing your shoes. When running, after about 300 miles, the cushioning breaks down and that can often lead to knee problems. It may be contributing to your knee pain.
Don’t try to fight against Mother Nature because you can’t win. Let the weather and trail conditions decide how far you get in a days hike. Having goals is fine as long as they’re flexible. In the Whites especially, weather is very important to keep track of.
Hey Stella! any physical challenge requires mind and body to be in sync. Take time for yourself and reenergize your spirit!
Remember you have like 12k friends who'd be willing to help in anyway they could! stay positive and focus on "you"
I know your pretty close to finishing but take some time off stella. If you can't take a week. Take a triple Zero somewhere and have a friend visit. I predict that if you don't take some time off, that your last 300-400 so miles will be miserable and you won't enjoy it and you might regret it. The last 300 is super special and exciting! Just my take. You are awesome and fun to watch!
Hi Stella your smooth character is very intriguing along with your beauty
That snow on the trail would be perfect to ice your knees . ✌️
Hey, you are approaching the show piece of the hike.. NH then Maine.. Maine western maine through the Bigelow’s is stunning but hard too! Slow down enjoy it. Pick up ground after Bigelow’s and 100 mile! But it’s your hike! Do you! Be safe and enjoy it!
You’re doing great! It’s good to remind yourself that everything is temporary, including frustration, disappointment, and loneliness. Without them we will never be able to appreciate the highs. Also, 10 fast rounds of sun salutations (within 5 min) after coffee in the morning and 10 min before bedtime will do wonders to your body….you will also sleep like a log. And when you wake up your body will be supple. I had knee problems for a whole year and nothing seemed to work. Then somebody told me of this routine and I’ve not had any problems since.
Coyote, back from Westeros, had to go to Todd’s old apartment to find the stash of cash hidden in the refrigerator. Cut him some slack. Communicating is hard when you’re on the lam and using burner phones. He’s also busy crossing over into different universes (GoT, BB). Talk about big miles!
Coyote lets his walking do the talking. He’s old school. No selfies, no social media, no text messages. You don’t find Coyote, he finds you.
That’s pretty funny .. you must be a writer on strike
@@frolege1 I’m an artificial intelligence hikingbot commenter, programmed to narrate Stella’s hike with the voice of Morgan Freeman’s folksy wisdom and connect her hike to HBO’s Game of Thrones universe as part of a pitch for Stella’s own reality tv spinoff where she hikes across Westeros in search of big miles, love, and veggie burgers. On her way across the Westerosi Trail, she joins up with a tramily of riff raff hiker trash wildlings. Coyote, leader of House Coyote, formed the tramily to battle for Winterfell and seize control against House Stark, their mortal enemies. Coyotes vs Direwolves. Stella will be at the center of a love triangle involving Jon Snow and Coyote’s older brother, Frank. Frank is an accountant with a heart of gold and passion for hiking. Jon Snow has superior fighting skills, but Frank really knows how to reconcile debits and credits, and can hike big miles. His pack weight is 4 pounds, which Stella finds very sexy. Stella’s only way out of the love triangle is to hike big miles to Dorn and think about which suitor to be with. She’ll post daily vlogs about her adventures and whether she should go with Jon Snow, the Mad Queen killer and protector of the Realm, or Frank, the ultralight accountant.
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You're making fantastic progress, Stella. Impressive. And you're also making great videos. I'm enjoying the hike. Thanks for taking me along. I'll be with you to the end. Walk on.
I know what it feels like walking many miles. On Dec.22,1984 I began my journey walking a total of 375 miles.
That was some great camera work. It's cool to watch the Beaver swim and work and that sunset was gorgeous. Hope your knees are feeling better.
I like how she just panned the creek flowing down at 10:52 starting with the (ahem) Indian Poke.
Thanks for the updates on how you are doing, take a break when you need to. Have fun 😀
I can say from personal experience that some people aren't good at communicating. Being a lone wolf my whole life, it was never a priority. I had to work at reaching an acceptable compromise with my peers. Communication is very important, but doesn't come easy for some. ✌️
Instead of carrying your trekking poles, use them. They are knee and back savers!
Communication is the number one thing most people don’t understand. At least that is what I have learned in my life. I to want to get negativities out of my head and more positive thinking. Than for sharing today. Stay safe and Happy Hiking ⛺️🥾💞
Stella,
You will definitely have to go slower going through the White Mountains. Please,both you & Coyote be careful going through the White Mountain when you get there.
As I mentioned previously, take your time, & at least stop at each hut & find out what the weather is expected to be like, before moving forward.
May God continue to bless you & Coyote, & keep you both safe.
And may the Lord of Light be with them, and the Old Gods and the New, and especially the Many Faced God. ✌️
The single most important companion you have on this adventure is your desire. You show spirit and interest every day in all the things this route has to offer, good or not so good. While I'm worrying over whether your shoes will last😅 I know your desire to make this a successful and rewarding journey will.
Beautiful sunset over the beaver pond! Hope the stretches help. Katahdin doesn't close until October. You'll do it in plenty of time and we'll all be cheering you on!
Bennington to Glastonberry is one of my favorite hikes.
Try some new shoes, when i ran long distances, my knees would always tell me when it was time for a new pair. I have been enjoying your videos. Someday i hope to do a thru hike on the AT! You inspire me to keep that dream alive. Stay strong!
Man.. you need to find a nice hiker that you can hike with for a day or two. That always worked for me. Feeding off the energy of a friend when feeling down and I could do the same when they were down. I hope you find a trail buddy soon.
Great job! Your kicking ass. I slowed way down up north because i did not want to go home. Take your time😉 mahoosic notch! Getting closer😊❤️
Try to find knee compression sleeves and wear them at night in addition to icing. The sleeves are very small won’t take up room in your pack. Cheering you on, slow down, cut back mileage. Control the controlables.
Just remember if they don’t communicate their wants you don’t have to try to figure them out, but you can also communicate and ask too to have a better piece of mind. Something as small as “have you had any trouble with hiker bubbles this year?” And if he says “actually I prefer to hike with people”. Then you can feel comfortable my luck he’d just say “no” 🤣 You may want to start off by stretching 3x a day. Once by morning before hiking, before lunch and before bed. When I was in gymnastics it helped a lot Might help hiking too.❤
Please get some new shoes! Those things are trashed and are more than likely contributing to your knee issues. Also, after you finish your day I really hope you are stretching as that is extremely important! The link I provided is a simple and short post-run/walk routine that you should do every day after you are finished with your hike.
ua-cam.com/video/UAcO8sb7KWc/v-deo.html
Did I say get some new shoes? Yes, I did. As a runner, I replace my shoes around every 300 miles. Also, a new pair of shoes always energizes me, .makes me feel good and stoked for my runs or walks. And please take some rest days to allow your body to heal! Good luck and congrats on finally seeing a beaver.😊
I can’t help but ask, what’s your rush? It’s only May. You’ve gone so fast, I’ve watched you stay in what seems like eternal spring; you’re chasing it all the way up. Lol. Please take care of yourself. It isn’t worth it if you wind up injured.
The red sunsets are the result of smoke from the Canadian wild fires.
The terrain has really changed! It's definitely looking very northern now.
Liked the Chase Mountain exercises upon first view.
Will try these just to become more flexible.
Totally benefitted immediately from the timed breathing exercise.
The setting Sun was so pretty!
If you factor in her videos are purposely uploaded 7-14 days later for her own privacy, it might change the way you comment.
Nice that you met Bagheera on trail! Far as I recall he was hiking mostly solo as well
Beautiful sunset and bonus beaver appearance. I love spring peepers but they can be ear splittingly loud.
I think these morning movements and lower miles are going to help a lot. Be patient with yourself during this healing process, don't rush it. You saw a beaver! The red sun is from the wildfire smoke coming from western Canada. Take care and rest well Nyx ✌️
Love the sound of the peepers!
Athletic tape is cheap, works and its available even at the dollar general. Your are doing great!
Rutland has a movie theater, maybe a fun movie day when you get there?
Praying for you, Stella.
Yes Vermont has so many beautiful streams/brooks. You are doing great considering the knee and hip issues.
Seeing the beaver was so cute. Wish you could see a moose that would be really awesome. Take care of your knees. Hike shorter days, take plenty of breaks cool them off in a stream and take care of yourself first 🙂🙂🙂👍👍👍👍
Making mileage is ok , but really enjoying your Adventure is more important also you should use both hiking poles more to save your knees. God bless.
That's it pases yourselfs !! You're awesome smarts delightful amazing wows girl beautiful !! Sos happy toos sees you got much needed rest thank goodness !!
Try when stepping down, using your big toe first and then releasing your foot on your big toe as well. My massage therapist (who worked for a professional hockey team for 25 yrs) gave me this advice for my knees and it helped. It aligns your hips and knees.
How about letting your body and the trail set the pace? Happy to hear you’re going to stretch before and after hiking. Enjoy and fully experience the trail…it will be over before you know it! Be your own best friend 🙏🙂
I have a friend that lives in Bennington. So nice to see the area. Those beaver ponds are awesome. Thanks for sharing.
Definitely need to have some fun. Take care of yourself. You are doing great I would have stayed in a hotel every night if I only if I could have afforded it. Always look forward to seeing where you are everyday.😊
For fun! I downloaded the Merlin Bird ID app and really started to figure out what birds were around me. That made me fall even more in love with everything around me. It’s like a hobby to keep your mind working and positive.
You sparked a memory when u showed a pic of Catamount Motel. When hiking the AT96, I stayed at an old style motel in Bennington & believe it was the Catamount but I will always remember that stop in Bennington. I was half asleep watching TV and same the news of this happening: The Centennial Olympic Park bombing was a domestic terrorist pipe bombing attack on Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta, Georgia, on July 27, 1996, during the Summer Olympics. The amazing thing is that I was also on PCT01 near Mt Rainier when the the 9-11 bombing took place. I remember that another hiker, Tony Nitz aka Prehistoric Tony, & I were told about the bombing by a back country ranger on horseback, at that moment we realized that we had not heard an airplane ALL day. I still envision hiking the CDT but I sure don’t want to witness another terrorist attack while on trail. Enjoy the rest of ur hike..
Wow….thanks for sharing those memories.
Hello Stella; great to hear that you are on the mend physically but also concerning that you seem very unsure mentally. I suggest reading the book of John , for fun. Also, you can make a fire at your campsite and enjoy the nights. I am suprised you have not encountered a bear; this video looked like bear area. I suggest mosquito coils for your campsites , to keep the bugs away and then you can enjoy the beauty of nature without being bothered by insects. God bless you and thanks again for your hard work to share this wonderful hike with us fans.
You are getting closer. Take care of your body and enjoy. Good for you!I feel you on letting go of negative. Habit change just like any other negative habit change. Wish the Professor could join you for another section and boost your mood. See you are letting the negative about Coyote into your hike. Breathe it out! Do your thing.
Lots of chat today..just rest and heal. I usually watch Taylor and you for morning coffee. Views of trail are good.
If a person wants to find you they will..let it go. If he wants to hike he will contact you. Maybe he needs quiet and solitude. Shhhh..
Being in the present IS important but start planning for life after trail -- things to look forward to. Listen to upbeat music. Pair up with someone from camp to hike with -- if just for one day -- keep conversation positive. You are almost to the end and it will feel so good -- whether for the accomplishment or that it's finally over😂
It’s tough to be in the present because as soon as you think you’ve made it, it’s become the past, and then you speed up again only to shoot past the present, and then find yourself in the future.
An extra week is OK!
Next time you see a patch of snow, take a break, and pack it around your knees for 5 to 10 minutes.
FUN - what to do for fun on a tortuous thru hike - good question. I have not heard you mention any listening activity, so I would recommend listening to music, audiobook, or podcast, all of which are very subjective. For music I’m gonna recommend Beach House (that’s the name of the group), for a book I’m gonna recommend a classic, not a hiking book, “To Kill a Mockingbird.” As for podcast, I’ll say “This American Life”. nothing about mental challenges, no hiking experiences, but something other than what you are currently enmeshed in. Otherwise, get a good high cocoa content chocolate bar.
The Song of Ice and Fire.
Fun suggestion. You may be past it by now but the trail passes over Bromley Mountain. They have an alpine slide and other distractions.
This would be me, do stuff, ride a bike down the VA Creeper trail, raft at Harpers Ferry and yeah, other distractions.
Leg up the wall also before bed
Maybe fun, maybe self-care: what about a zero or double zero at some hot springs or spa and get a massage. Seems like this would set you up well for finishing in a good space.
That was a lot of talking … I felt like I was in a therapy session … the sunset over beaver pond was a fitting end to this video
You're a MUCH better and MUCH faster hiker than I am, but I would suggest dropping to less than 20 miles in the Whites. I know you're probably already hiking there but please be gentle with your body and esp your knees thru that section
I feel the energy change, and I know it sucks. Take advantage of a few slack pack days in The Whites and take a zero at Maine Roadhouse.
Nice sunset. Small town New England is not the hub of fun ( my opinion only) lol. Trail type fun - spend up to 5 minutes in those cold lakes challenge. Maybe not. Do something outside your comfort zone... Keep moving.
Stella, hi what and when do you eat during a hiking day? What do you have in your pack now? Did you get rid of anything? What electrolytes do you use? Thank you. 😊enjoy the trek!
I know these videos are a week or more old, so I hope you are alright wherever you are. You seemed fatigued today, which is understandable. Also, you scared me when it looked like you might slip at that wet spot. I thought we were going to witness a horrible accident. I hope you stay safe!
Stella, walk good and keep smiling. 🙂
VENMO will not let me pay at the moment...tried a couple days; it worked a couple other days
Do you take any vitamins or supplements while on trail? Turmeric would definitely help the knees.
i love the catamount
How about making up some ditties and singing them for fun? I know a couple that tries to do this every day on the trail. It's pretty silly. Or coming up with a dance routine with clips from different parts of the AT (google Jungle Drum Iceland for a fun tourism video + lots of other people who made their own version).
Bad Bat has done a couple things like that, really fun. I have a few tunes I'm memorized and sing 'em when I'm out and I don't think anyone's around.
Don't push yourself for UA-cam. Take it slow.
Something's driving her, but I don't think that's the reason.
Thanks for the beautiful views and your most interesting commentary. For body conditioning, all you said is important. However, proper nutrition is a must too. With a strenuous activity like a long hike, the body needs foods high in fats and carbs and protein. Stay away from sugar. While I steer more to vegan food, I am not a vegan. I don’t eat red meat. But, I will eat chicken and fish. I consider myself in good shape. Although, when my body is feeling down, I will either eat the vegetable based Garden of Life protein bar or drink a glass of Ka’chava( organic powdered mix of all types vegetables). For me, that is a feel good blast for my body. As part of communicating, after watching your videos for at least 50 days, I noticed, when you have concerns you smile less, look down more, you look away from the camera and your eyes have a distant look. Sorry you feel lonely. You are not alone.
Funny. Until football season, fun for me is a long hike, a movie, or a good book. If you want off the wall excitement, try a karaoke bar and sing a song. Be well. Wishing you happiness and fair weather ahead. Happy Trails!
Maybe stop and soak your knees in one of those cold streams? I just hate knee pain on the trail. Btw, I heard of your vlog from Nahampsha when she had dogs following her! I am hoping you can do a section together 😊
That was a beaver at the end of your video.
Peepers(tree frogs) and yes, a beaver. 🦫
Looking forward to now how the yoga routine works out. Average heart rate on flats and ups?
❤❤❤ keep going
Yoga with Kassandra youtube channel is fantastic for quick 10min rountines, plus she has a ton more of longer duration.
Put a blanket under your knees when you do cat and cow stretch. Try doing some really deep squats to open up your hips. Keep on keeping on. Listen to your body.
Listen to your body, you've gone too far to not accomplish your goal. Is it more important to finish or finish fast
you saw youre beaver hike easy stella
Its not a race relax. Msg me when you think you will be in maine towards the bigelow range. Give u a little magic if its weekend or maybe when you get around sugerloaf i can help u out with the hostel of maine
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Sorry you do not have a reliable hiking partner.A good partner would stay with you no matter what.Think about all the hikers from decades ago,they had no cell
phones, only a little am radio.