Dealing with Common Hiker Injuries | Appalachian Trail

When you hike a lot, injuries are bound to happen. How do you deal with common hiking injuries on the trail? From bruises and blisters to strains and sprains, thru-hikers experience all kinds of injuries. This video addresses problems like Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, and IT band syndrome, with tips and advice on how to handle them. Products Mentioned in the Video Lamb's Wool for Blisters: https://amzn.to/2Cz5cVT Cho-Pat Knee Brace: https://amzn.to/2Fm0488 #joyfulrambler #backpacking #hikinginjuries ---------------------------------------------------- About Me: Hi, I'm Joey - aka Moon Pie. In 2018 I set out to thru-hike the entire Appalachian Trail, hiking solo for 2200 miles from Georgia to Maine. This is my long-distance backpacking journey, with all its ups and downs. Join me here for my favorite hikes, great backpacking gear picks, thru-hiking insights, and other cool stuff. P.S. I named my channel Joyful Rambler because that's my state of mind when hiking. I hope you're joyful, too. Happy hiking! Read my blog at https://www.JoyfulRambler.com. Follow me on: Instagram   / joyfulrambler   Facebook:   / joyfulrambler   Some of my posts contain affiliate links. When you use these to purchase a product or service, I get a small commission that helps me create great content for you. Thank you for your support!