The last major mountain I climbed was Mt. Shasta back in 2006 for Climb Against the Odds. Since then, there have been 2 years of business school, 4 cross Atlantic moves, 1 all consuming job, and 1 wedding. Not exactly the best circumstances for staying in shape :)
With just over 4 months until the climb, it's time to get going. My first 'training hike' actually took place halfway around the world while traveling for work in Singapore. Luckily my husband was able to join me on the trip, so I had a training partner. In a city full of concrete and skyscrapers, it can be hard to find a hike. But thanks to a recommendation from a colleague, we found the Southern Ridges 9K Trail, a trail that connects parks along the southern ridge of Singapore.
It was a balmy 96 degrees out, not a cloud in the sky and plenty of humidity... just like the Pacific Northwest :) It took us over 3 hours to complete this hike (w/ picture breaks included :) We capped off the hike with a few beers and dinner in Little India. Not exactly the most strenuous training hike on the planet, but a great start!
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