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08/28/2026

Day 1 of the Salkantay Trek. 🇵🇪🥾

It’s funny what our minds do before we take on something big.

We prepare. We train. We make the plans. And then, as the moment gets closer, the doubts start creeping in.

Am I ready for this?
Did I train enough?
What if it’s harder than I expect?

And then sometimes you take that first step anyway—and a few hours later, you find yourself standing somewhere that reminds you exactly why you came.

Today we hiked to Sky Camp at 12,795 feet (3,900 m), took a little time to rest, and then climbed higher to Humantay Lake at 13,780 feet (4,200 m).

And wow.

Turquoise water. Glaciers. Huge Andean peaks rising around us. One of those places that almost doesn’t look real, even when you’re standing right in the middle of it.

All that anticipation. All those little doubts.

And suddenly I was exactly where I needed to be.

Not because the doubts disappeared before I started.

Because I started anyway.

Walk the World 🌎 | Peru 🇵🇪

08/28/2026

This is what I came to Peru for. 🇵🇪🥾

Tomorrow morning, I put on my backpack and start the 5-day Salkantay Trek through the Andes to Machu Picchu.

I’ve spent the last few days in Cusco acclimatizing, exploring, and getting ready. Tonight, I’m packing.

But I’m realizing that what excites me most isn’t just reaching Machu Picchu.

People have lived and traveled through these mountains for thousands of years, long before the Inca built their extraordinary empire. And over the next five days, I’ll get to move through a small part of that landscape at walking speed.

We’ll climb into the high Andes, cross Salkantay Pass at more than 15,000 feet, descend toward the cloud forest, pass through communities, and eventually make our way to Machu Picchu.

I want to know what’s between here and there.

The people. The food. The history. The changing landscape. And all those little things you notice when the only way forward is one foot in front of the other.

The pack is ready. The boots are ready. I think I’m ready. 😂

Tomorrow, we walk. 🥾🏔️

Walk the World 🌎 | Peru 🇵🇪

08/27/2026

I thought I was handling 11,000 feet surprisingly well. Then I checked my Apple Watch. 👀⌚️

At altitude, there’s less oxygen available with each breath. Your body responds almost immediately by breathing faster and increasing your heart rate to deliver more oxygen to your tissues.

That means two Apple Watch data points are especially interesting to follow while I acclimatize:

❤️ Resting heart rate: It may rise when you first arrive at altitude. As your body adjusts, I’ll be watching to see whether mine starts trending back toward my normal range.

🫁 Respiratory rate: My normal sleeping respiratory rate is around 13–16 breaths per minute. After arriving in Cusco, it jumped to 25. Again, I’ll be watching the trend—not expecting one number to tell the whole story.

Over the next several days, my body will make other adjustments that my watch can’t directly show me, including changes that help it transport and use oxygen more effectively.

And there’s a reason I’m paying attention: I’m acclimatizing in Cusco at about 11,000 feet before starting the Salkantay Trek, where I’ll eventually hike above 15,000 feet.

An Apple Watch can’t prove I’m acclimatized or tell me I’m safe to go higher. But it can give me a fascinating window into how my body is responding.

So…let’s see what the numbers do. ⌚️🏔️🇵🇪

Walk the World: Peru

08/26/2026

Cusco won me over on Day One. 🇵🇪

No itinerary. No checklist. I just started walking.

I wandered the streets, found my way into a local market, had an amazing lunch at a little vegan restaurant, and somehow ended the afternoon cuddling a baby llama. 🦙❤️

This is exactly why I love exploring a place on foot. You notice more. You stop more. You follow whatever looks interesting. And sometimes the best part of the day is something you never could have planned.

Over the next two weeks, I’ll be exploring Peru the way I know best: one step at a time.

Walk the World: Peru 🇵🇪


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08/24/2026

What do you eat when you’re hiking at 15,000+ feet? 🏔️🇵🇪

I’m not a big eater when I hike to begin with. At high altitude, where appetite can drop even more, I know getting enough fuel is going to take some planning.

First, I always bring one go-to snack I KNOW my body will tolerate anywhere. For me, that’s Honey Stinger Energy Chews. When you’re tired, at altitude, and don’t feel like eating, this is not the time to discover your trail snack doesn’t agree with you.

Then I’m adding:
🍑 Dried apricots — easy carbs, potassium + a little iron
🫚 Candied ginger — quick energy + ginger can help with nausea
☕️🍫 Chocolate-covered coffee beans — carbs, caffeine, chocolate…and because they’re yummy!

What I’m not bringing? The beef sticks and tuna I might carry on something like the Camino. At high altitude, appetite and digestion can change, and higher-fat and high-protein foods may be less appealing or harder to tolerate. I’m prioritizing easy-to-eat carbs instead.

I’m also bringing Sourbellies Apple Cider Vinegar Shots (gifted by Sourbellies) in case my tummy feels a little off while traveling.

One of my biggest lessons from years of hiking: train your food just like you train your fitness. Don’t wait until the big trek to find out what your stomach likes—or doesn’t like.

🌎 WALK THE WORLD | PERU 🇵🇪

08/19/2026

🥾 3 Ways to Keep Your Feet Happy on a Hike — That Have Nothing to Do With Your Boots

I’ve talked plenty about hiking boots. But even the perfect boots won’t save your feet if you don’t take care of them along the way.

Here are 3 things I do to keep my feet happy on long hikes:

1. Prevent problems before they start.
If you know you tend to get a blister or hotspot in a certain place, don’t wait for it to happen. Protect that area before you start hiking. I use strips of KT Tape. Duct tape is the old-school classic, but this is a little more streamlined. 😉

2. Invest in really good socks.
I’m a big believer in wool hiking socks. Sock liners can help reduce friction, and toe socks are another great option—especially if your toes tend to rub against each other.

3. Treat hotspots immediately.
The second you feel rubbing, burning or irritation, STOP and deal with it. Products like Moleskin or Compeed blister patches can keep a tiny irritation from becoming a hike-ending blister. And on a long-distance hike, bring more than you think you’ll need.

⭐ BONUS TIP: If something weird is happening with your feet, don’t assume you’re the only person who has ever had that problem. Search for a solution! There are all kinds of pads, sleeves, cushions, separators and other products designed for very specific foot problems.

Happy feet = more miles, more adventures and a much happier hiker. 🥾⛰️

Adventure at Any Age means figuring out what works for YOUR body—and then getting out there.

Consistency doesn’t mean life never interrupts you.Injuries happen. Family needs us. Work gets demanding. Plans fall apa...
08/17/2026

Consistency doesn’t mean life never interrupts you.

Injuries happen. Family needs us. Work gets demanding. Plans fall apart. There will be stretches when we simply cannot do everything we intended to do.

That doesn’t mean all the work that came before was wasted.

Maybe the real value of staying active and strong as we age is that we’re building a reserve. Every workout, every walk, every hike, every choice to keep moving adds to something we can draw on later.

Because eventually, life will get in the way.

Maybe consistency actually means building a way of life sturdy enough to withstand the periods when you have to miss workouts.

That’s what I’ve been thinking about as I prepare to leave for the Salkantay Trek in Peru next week, feeling less prepared than I had planned, but realizing I have years of preparation underneath me.

Sometimes being prepared means trusting what you’ve already built.

New this week on Adventure at Any Age Substack. 🥾🏔️

Link to the full article is in the comments. 👇

08/14/2026

🥾 There’s one part of your hiking boot that can absolutely ruin your hike: the toe box.

Your feet naturally swell and spread as you hike—especially on long days and multi-day treks. If your toe box is too narrow, that can mean rubbing, pressure, blisters, sore toes, and bruised toenails.

A little extra room up front can make a BIG difference.

A wider toe box may be especially helpful if you:
🥾 Have naturally wide feet
🥾 Tend to get blisters or hot spots around your toes
🥾 Have bunions or other sensitive areas
🥾 Hike long distances or multi-day treks
🥾 Notice your feet swelling after several hours on the trail

But remember: a wide toe box doesn’t mean your entire boot should feel loose. You still want your heel and midfoot secure while giving your toes room to spread and move naturally.

Your feet carry you through every adventure. Give those toes some room! 🥾⛰️

If these beliefs resonate with you, you’ll probably enjoy following along, whether for hiking, travel or just staying bo...
08/11/2026

If these beliefs resonate with you, you’ll probably enjoy following along, whether for hiking, travel or just staying bold and adventurous as we get older.

If they don’t, that’s OK too.

Life’s too short to pretend to be someone you’re not.

I’d love to hear what makes you YOU. 👇

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