One of the main things I like about hiking as an unfit person, is the test of mental perseverance it invokes. A healthy person will storm through the hike with no problems, probably enjoying the sights along the way.
The hike holds a different meaning for the unfit fellow. When puffing and wheezing through a dense jungle, miles away from any kinda civilisation - the unfit person knows there is no way a car could come down this track to fetch him. Helicopter extraction is just wishful thinking. The other hikers are long gone.
Therefore the mental process required becomes very simple: The only way he will be able to see regular humanity again, is to finish the hike. From that, he accepts that every step will take him closer to the finish line. If he has any form higher intelligence, he will know bitching and complaining are wastes of energy and will not improve his situation. Instead, he will learn patience, perserverance and most importantly - the importance of rhythm.
Very important. Life is all about rhythm.
Never do a major hike without musical backup. ;)
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