Go Anyway: Why I Choose Solo Adventures At 50+

What happens when your life completely changes after 50? For me, it was divorce… and a pair of trail running shoes. In this video, I share how outdoor adventures helped me heal, build confidence, and find myself again—starting with the 6-day, 120-mile TransRockies Run and leading to bold adventures I never thought I could do in my 50s. If you’re looking for inspiration, tips, and a little encouragement to dream bigger—whether it’s hiking your first 14er, signing up for a trail race, or planning a solo adventure—this video is for you. Welcome 00:00 I was in a rut 00:37 I knew I wanted more 01:41 Life doesn't pause for adventure 02:17 How I prepare for solo outings 02:51 How I research the route 03:16 Essentials in my Salomon Pack 03:48 That time I saw I bear! 07:59 Be brave, prepared but also realistic 09:23 The mental battle 12:16 Why I do hard things 14:15 Cousin Liza's first 14er 15:01 Giving myself (perimenopausal) grace 15:53 The race: what could (and did) go wrong 16:37 I needed people 19:28 Why I love the trail community 19:51 Create a VIRTUOUS Cycle 20:31 What I would have missed 21:15 Importance of BIG goals 21:33 Go find an adventure 21:45 Head to my Blog: website: https://www.trailheadtiny.com 📸 Follow me on Instagram! instagram: / trailheadtiny tiny house tour: • FULL TOUR | Welcome to my 34x10' Doub... 🔗 LINKS 🔗 *some of these are affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase on the site after clicking these links, I could earn a commission at no extra cost to you. thanks for supporting my tiny channel! Salomon Hydration Pack: https://amzn.to/3VDkYqE HydraPack 2L Bladder: https://amzn.to/4m0GDUF Packable Puffer Jacket: https://amzn.to/4nlkRMl Water Filter: https://amzn.to/41FfmQd Head Gloves: https://amzn.to/3JOWYyh Birdie Alarm: https://amzn.to/3JRfPZB Emergency Blanket: https://amzn.to/45SxNn3 Black Diamond Poles: https://amzn.to/3JX3H9j 📹 Camera Gear: Main Camera: https://amzn.to/4kRCxin Wide Angle Lens: https://amzn.to/3DEnHuR Main mic: https://amzn.to/4j0TJjq Grip with coldshoe: https://amzn.to/41F0oJe Standing Tripod: https://amzn.to/4bLFWLq Vlog Camera for B-Roll: https://amzn.to/4bAPb0N Lightweight tripod: https://amzn.to/4ixCdn8 Vlog Mic: https://amzn.to/421By6e