Early in my Colorado Trail thruhike, I got what I thought was a UTI. It wasn't. Turns out I had rhabdomyolysis (Rhabdo) a potentially deadly condition!

Dan Becker's video:    • I got RESCUED hiking the Grand Cany...  

Good info from Survive Outdoors:    • Muscle Breakdown when Hiking  Rhabdo...  

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:20 What Is Rhabdo?
02:45 What Causes Rhabdo?
04:11 The Worst Case Scenario
05:54 Something Was Very Wrong
07:21 Urgent Care Failed Me
09:11 Why is Hiking So Hard?
09:41 A Welcome Warning
10:09 My Doctor Nailed It
11:21 It Could Have Been So Much Worse

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Hi, I'm Joey, an adventurous spirit who loves exploring the outdoors. It's my goal to inspire others regardless of age or ability to get out and discover this amazing world. If you enjoy thruhiking, backpacking, day hikes, and even van life, come along! (And don't forget to share your thoughts in the comments. I'd love to hear from you.)


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