Appalachian Trail Trip

In June 2006 our family will be hiking a portion of the Appalachian Trail in Georgia with my son's JROTC unit.  The trip will last a week and will cover approximately 60 miles.

I created the Yiking Blog to chronicle my personal journey in preparation for this trip.  While I am in reasonably good shape I know that I still have to work hard to be in '60-mile hike' shape.

About Lynn- I am a 34 year old wife and mother.  I have a 'real job', in other words I sit at a desk all day staring at a computer screen.  I love football, hiking and yoga.

Why am I doing this?  Yoga and hiking are two activities that I greatly enjoy, yet they are always separated from each other.  I wanted to bring both of those worlds together!  I feel like they can compliment each other so well.

About Om For Hikers- I came up with the idea for the Om For Hikers website on one of my training hikes.  I started journaling in a notebook all of the things that we will need to do to get us into shape.  Within that journaling came the realization that my yoga training will provide me with the knowledge, mindfulness and physical tools to make my overall hiking experience a joyful one! 

Disclaimer- The information contained on this website should not be construed in any way as medical advice or a certified fitness or diet program.  As always, consult your physician before embarking on any diet or fitness regimen.