Allie Author

Red Rock Trading Post Trail : Older Hiker Guide

Come enjoy this relatively flat 1.5 mile hike outside Denver. Perfect for older hikers, families with children or just...

How I Ended My Midlife Crisis and You Can Too

I realized I was in a Midlife Crisis at 52 years old. This seems a bit late from my research but after much reflection I feel I’ve been in a long, drawn...

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11 Tips for Older Hikers to Stay Heathy On and Off Trail

How to enjoy hiking and stay fit for hiking over 50 without injury or pain is an important topic in the senior hiker world. Here’s some easy to follow...

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Midlife Fitness Done Right : Advice from an Older Hiker

I found the secret to staying fit as you get older. It’s a simple mindset that anyone can use and you’ll find that it’s refreshingly easy to...

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Slowing Down : Embracing Nature’s Pace on Your Hikes

As I get older I’ve learned to slow down, especially on my hikes, but I wish this was something I did 30 years ago. It’s never too late to start,...

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How Social Media Lifted Me Up : A Story of Inspiration

Social media doesn’t suck and I’m here to prove it. (Warning : this post is not hiking related but life isn’t all about hiking – OR IS...

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Hiking Colorado : Peaceful Dawson Ranch Butte

Hiking in Colorado was just what I needed to start rebuilding my life. Just three days after arriving, my friend and I hiked a local hike called Dawson Butte...

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How I Turned My Life Around at 52 : Being Older is Not Weaker

It’s never too late to get out of your rut. How do I know? I’m 52, broke, technically homeless, and got dumped by a toxic man yet I’m making...

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Understanding My Midlife Crisis: A Personal Reflection and Path Forward

At 52, I came to the realization that I am experiencing my midlife crisis. Feeling isolated and uncertain about her future, this stage of a woman’s life...

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Midlife Failure : Why Am I Still Scared in My 50s?

At 50 I assumed most of my fears were gone, that I conquered them with experience and determination. Yet not this fear.  Welcome, I’m Allie. Midlife...

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