This weekend, I'll be embarking on a hike in the GSMNP that has been on my "to-do" list for a couple years. I've heard of others completing it. Now it's my time to attempt. I will be hiking every trail that leads to the summit of Mt. LeConte...in 1 day. Round trip, I'm estimating at just over 41 miles. As it stands right now, my longest dayhike to date has been 32.5 miles (Newfound Gap to I-40 on the Appalachian Trail). The "LeConte Challenge" is going to be filled with a lot more ascent...and a lot more descent than anything I've ever done as well. I'm starting to doubt myself (which is not a feeling I have very often). I'm having a few issues with my lower back and my left knee (neither of which I have an idea why they are bothering me). I just have to keep telling myself, "it's just pain." Anyways, I'm trying to prepare myself mentally for 16-20 hours of continuous hiking. I love being challenged like this and can't wait to see the outcome. I'll definitely post some pics and thoughts after the hike, so do hurry back. 
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