The Biggest Regret of My Life Happened at 48

I’m regretting the bad decisions I made during my Midlife Crisis and paying for it now. At 52 years old I’m...

Peaceful Bruin Bluff Trail : Lair O’ the Bear Park for the Older Hiker

Lair O’ the Bear open space has amazing trails for the older hiker!  Bear Creek Trail is accessible to most but if you want a little bit of a...

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Red Rock Trading Post Trail : Older Hiker Guide

Come enjoy this relatively flat 1.5 mile hike outside Denver. Perfect for older hikers, families with children or just about anyone that loves getting...

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How I Ended My Midlife Crisis and You Can Too

I realized I was in a Midlife Crisis at 52 years old. This seems a bit late from my research but after much reflection I feel I’ve been in a long, drawn...

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11 Tips for Older Hikers to Stay Heathy On and Off Trail

How to stay on trail and keep enjoying the outdoors after 50 without injury or pain is an important topic in the older hiker world. Here’s some easy to...

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Midlife Fitness Done Right : Advice from an Older Hiker

I found the secret to staying fit as you get older. It’s a simple mindset that anyone can use and you’ll find that it’s refreshingly easy to...

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Slowing Down : Embracing Nature’s Pace on Your Hikes

As I get older I’ve learned to slow down, especially on my hikes, but I wish this was something I did 30 years ago. It’s never too late to start,...

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How Social Media Lifted Me Up : A Story of Inspiration

Social media doesn’t suck and I’m here to prove it. (Warning : this post is not hiking related but life isn’t all about hiking – OR IS...

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Hiking Colorado : Peaceful Dawson Ranch Butte

Hiking in Colorado was just what I needed to start rebuilding my life. Just three days after arriving, my friend and I hiked a local hike called Dawson Butte...

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I Turned My Life Around at 52 : Being Older is Not Weaker

Life has been pretty crappy these days for me. And maybe it has for you too. This is how I’ve overcome life’s obstacles in my 50s. And how you can...

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