Krysta Norwick, a physical therapist who loves long-distance hiking, opens up about her adventures on trails like the Great Divide, Croatian Long Distance, and the Pacific Crest Trail. She intertwines her professional knowledge with her hiking experiences, offering advice on self-treatment and adapting to challenging hikes gradually. Krysta shares the unique experiences of hiking solo versus with a partner and the diverse landscapes she's encountered. Krysta further discusses the return to everyday life post-adventure, highlighting the challenges of city life reintegration and the value of having a supportive community. She dives into the behind-the-scenes of documenting her hikes, from planning to overcoming the hesitation of filming oneself, and talks about her essential hiking gear. Krysta also teases future hiking plans and documentary projects. Find Krysta across social platforms like YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and her personal website for more on her hiking journeys. 🔗 Connect with Krysta: 📷 ⁠https://www.instagram.com/krystanorwick/⁠ 📺 ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@KrystaNorwick/videos⁠ 🌐 ⁠https://www.krystanorwick.com⁠ (00:00) Introduction and Background (03:27) Long Distance Hiking and Physical Therapy (06:19) Balancing Work and Hiking (10:16) Learning from Mistakes (13:34) The Great Divide Trail (18:23) Hiking Alone and with a Partner (22:11) Duration and Difficulty of the Trails (25:31) Technicality and Danger of the Great Divide Trail (29:13) Landscape and Variety on the Trails (33:00) Challenges of Heat and Water on the Croatian Trail (37:24) Planning and Decision-Making on the Trail (42:08) The Thrill of the Unknown (49:45) Maintaining Mental Well-being (01:13:00) The Importance of Supportive People (01:20:21) Logistics of Planning and Filming (01:32:13) Hiking Gear and Equipment (01:39:28) Future Hiking Plans and Documentaries 👍 Don't forget to leave a like, drop a comment, and subscribe for more captivating conversations with trailblazers. Your engagement means the world to us! 🔗 Connect with the Trailmark Podcast: 📷 ⁠https://www.instagram.com/gotrailmark/⁠ 🐦 ⁠https://twitter.com/GoTrailmark⁠ 🌐 ⁠https://www.gotrailmark.com⁠