Does anyone have any advice about getting physically fit for backpacking? In about a year I'm supposed to be going on a 17 day backpacking trip. I've only been on a week long backpacking trip in the Grand Canyon, focusing on Kanab Creek and Lower Jump up. And a three trip near Sonoita Creek at Patagoina lake.
If I am stuck at home/office I will do the stair climber for 20 min with a weight vest. How is the daily milage for the 17 day trip and the elevation gain? If you are in decent shape I have found that anything less than 10miles/day isn't so bad. It is when you get to 14+ that you really start getting beaten down. A short day every few days also helps a ton.