Hello! I like to describe myself as one who squandered his 20's as far as physical activity goes (drinking and a sedentary lifestyle, although it was fun!) and is now making up for it in his 30's. I had been pretty active with camping and hiking when I was younger and in scouts and am starting up again. Rediscovering hiking was probably one of the best things for me, as it is something I truly enjoy and gives me the motivation to get into shape and stick to workout routines. I know it's cliché, but the feeling you get when summiting a peak is incredible and always leaves me thinking about and planning the next adventure. I've been hitting up a lot of trails and summits this year around Orange County as well as in Joshua Tree, SEKI, Pinnacles and other parks. I find the benefits of a cardio focused workout in the gym, along with a balanced weight lifting routine, are tangible when it comes to hiking and is a big motivating factor for me. The hiking/camping community is one of the best there is, and I'm always looking to meet new hiking friends!