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JerryBobCo
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Yet another forum elk hunt topic
JerryBobCo
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Who's in shape, who's working to get in shape, who's still thinking about it, and who is just planning to show up as is?
I'm guilty of making hunts in the high country while totally out of shape. So far, I've managed to get away with it, but it sure makes the going tough, and there's places I can only look at and wonder about. I have decided to do something about it this year, and have been working out since the first of the year. I'm confident that if I keep it up, I'll be in much better shape by October and can handle the rigors of the hunt better.
And, just in case you have forgot, we'll be hunting at 7-8 thousand feet and higher, in rough, steep country.
I'm guilty of making hunts in the high country while totally out of shape. So far, I've managed to get away with it, but it sure makes the going tough, and there's places I can only look at and wonder about. I have decided to do something about it this year, and have been working out since the first of the year. I'm confident that if I keep it up, I'll be in much better shape by October and can handle the rigors of the hunt better.
And, just in case you have forgot, we'll be hunting at 7-8 thousand feet and higher, in rough, steep country.
Jerry
Gun control laws make about as much sense as taking ex-lax to cure a cough.
Gun control laws make about as much sense as taking ex-lax to cure a cough.
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I try to walk 40 minutes to an hour at least 4 days a week. As for jogging or running, forget it, it ain't happening. My Neuropathized left leg gets all tied up when i get much over a fast walk. I just don't have the nerves and blood flow in that leg to do it. But I figure if I keep my weight down and keep walking and working out, I'll be able to make it. One thing you highlanders don't realize or don't realize anymore, is that if you spend three or four days at altitude before you go off on the hunt, you will be acclimated to the altitude a lot better. That's what we used to do when we'd go to NM on the mountain treks. It helped. However, no amount of walking or running is going to get a flatlander from Sea Level ready for 8,000 feet+ altitude. There will always be some pain involved.
Son that's somebody with nothing to do with his time but keep me in trouble with mom.
"Nothing is safe from stupid." - Zee
As long as Snake doesn't bring a .270, it sounds like a plan!
Thanks.
Gun control laws make about as much sense as taking ex-lax to cure a cough.
Son that's somebody with nothing to do with his time but keep me in trouble with mom.
It'll be heavy construction season here soon, that keeps me in pretty good shape. I'm usually on my feet, and working hard 10-12 hours a day.
I haven't had any trouble with altitude, yet.
Last hunt, camp was at 9200', I did fine.
What is it about most adults past forty that tells them now that they are past 40, they can sit down and take it easy??? LOL!!! This is the killer. Stay active. Don't fall into this trap. Active people generally live longer and happier lives.
Although I will probably suffer some, I will survive and have a good hunt. But I'm not taking any chances. I walked fast for 40 minutes yesterday and then hit the machines for another 30 minutes to tone muscles.
I have a workout regemine. I walk 40+ minutes four days a week minimum, then I work weight machines. for 3 days I do light weights and many reps. Then on the fourth day I'll do 5 reps with the most weight I can pull. Then another 3 days of light weights, many reps. This builds and tones muscle. And together with the walking, also burns fat.
What would be the most ideal for me down here would be to do a few weekends in the higher elevations in the Hill Country (That area north and west of Austin and San Antonio). However, the elevation there is only about 1,000 Ft. above sea level so it's not really high elevation that will help acclimate a flatlander to the mountains. However, I do believe the better shape you are in, the faster you will acclimate to a higher elevation.
Son that's somebody with nothing to do with his time but keep me in trouble with mom.
I have dropped 8 pounds in the last week and have 27 more to go.
I have enjoyed the food trough for too long. Mainly cutting food amounts and staying away from junk food more.
I am already looking forward to hearing about each of your hunts:applause:
"The Un-Tactical"
Great picture! Man, would I like to put a bullet in that SOB.
Just got my Petersen's Hunting mag today, talks about how wolves, nationwide, kill 450 deer a DAY!
Sure glad we brought them back.
Yeah I agree. Next thing we can bring back is Screw Worms. ARRRGGGG!!!!! Damn Tree Hugging Bunny Hugging fools!!!
Son that's somebody with nothing to do with his time but keep me in trouble with mom.