James Appleton is a licensed hiking guide, fitness coach, and the founder of the Lake Placid 9'er challenge. He's the host of The 46 of 46 Podcast (500,000+ downloads), and has personally guided and trained countless hikers to tackle Adirondack summits. With deep experience in strength and conditioning and hiking, he equips hikers with the tools they need to feel confident and prepared on the trail. James is the author of The Adirondack 46 in 18 Hikes: The Complete Guide to Hiking the High Peaks and Adirondack Campfire Stories. He lives in Lake Placid, NY, with his wife and three daughters, exploring the Adirondack mountains year-round.