This post covers some of the nitty-gritty about how I exercise with a chronic illness. Where I started I have a chronic illness called Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, and over the past two years, I’ve gradually increased my exercise tolerance. In June of 2024, I began solo backpacking the Superior Hiking Trail, and at that […]
Last Section of the NCT in Wisconsin – Check!
I’m a solo female backpacker with a chronic illness called Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) who is section hiking the North Country Trail in Wisconsin. This post tells of my final 58-mile section on the NCT in WI. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Why the North Country Trail? I solo backpacked […]
Solo Backpacking the Superior Hiking Trail
Here is the latest installment of my solo backpacking journey on the Superior Hiking Trail (SHT). I was unable to exercise for many years due to my Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). Over the last year, I’ve systematically expanded my physical capabilities with the help of gut healing, nervous system retraining, circadian health tools, and […]
My Backpacking Gear List for the SHT
This post details my backpacking gear list for solo backpacking the SHT with a chronic illness called Mast Cell Activation Syndrome.
Reflections After 100 Miles Solo Backpacking on the SHT
This post reflects on my 100 miles of solo backpacking on the Superior Hiking Trail with a chronic condition called Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS).
Day 22 Solo Backpacking the SHT with MCAS
This post is Day 22 of solo backpacking the SHT with MCAS continuing my journey on the Superior Hiking Trail with a chronic condition called Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS).
Day 21 Solo Backpacking the SHT with MCAS
This post is Day 21 of solo backpacking the SHT with MCAS continuing my journey on the Superior Hiking Trail with a chronic condition called Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS).
Day 6 Backpacking the SHT
This post Day 6 Backpacking the SHT continues my journey on the Superior Hiking Trail with a chronic condition called Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS).