Embrace the Suck

"Embrace the Suck: Beating the Odds in Long-Distance Hiking" by Michael Current is a comprehensive guide designed to help aspiring thru-hikers overcome the challenges of completing America's long trails. Drawing from his extensive military background and personal experience as a Triple Crowner, Current presents a structured methodology that addresses the physical, mental, emotional, and logistical aspects of long-distance hiking. The book also includes supporting exercises to help listeners develop tailored strategies based on their strengths and weaknesses, making it an essential resource for anyone looking to successfully tackle a thru-hike.