Happy Trails

Happy Trails - Get Outside To Feel Good!

In midlife and beyond, sometimes you want a built-in accountability partner or two to pull you out of your comfort zone. Other times, you just want a feel-good way to start your day. I’ve got you!

It’s scientifically proven that getting outdoors, into nature, provides a healthy boost to your physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness. Happy Trails throws in a boost to your social wellness, too!

We’ll meet early on Friday mornings at the Piestewa Peak trailheads in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve (roughly 22nd St. & Lincoln Dr.). Of course, this isn’t just a hike - I HAVE to add my unique twist✨

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Let’s start with 5 minutes of quiet mindfulness as we get warmed up on the trail. Then we can chat on our way to our turnaround point.

We’ll snap a few photos (for those who want to be in them), enjoy the view from where we are, and then start our way back to the parking lot with another 5 minutes of quiet mindfulness.

There’s a large covered veranda at the Ocotillo parking lot (the parking lot furthest from the entrance) where I’ll lead a short stretching session for those who can stay. It’s a perfect way to wrap up our morning together and ensure our bodies get what they need to recover and stay healthy.

We hike a moderate difficulty trail for about 1 hour 15 minutes. Then we stretch for 5-10 minutes to ensure our bodies stay flexible and feeling good.

The trails are rocky which means they can be slippery and it’s easy to twist an ankle if you aren’t paying attention. I HIGHLY recommend shoes designed for hiking that have good tread on them.

You MUST bring at least 1L (32 oz) of water with you. You may want a headlamp for our pre-sunrise starts. Sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat are always smart.

Reach out to me at [email protected] if you have questions about any of this!