My family and I have gone hiking for years, so I didn't have any problems with the walking per se, it was just that it was very steep. I don't know why I expected anything different from a mountain. I found it difficult to keep up with my family at times, but once I had established my own pace, it was plain sailing from there. My dad has climbed Snowdon a handful of times and has actually completed the Three Peaks Challenge, so his promises of an excellent view kept spurring us on.
The climb did teach me how unfit I am, though. I'm a small person so people often assume that it comes from exercise, but it's certainly not. The climb left me very sore for the next three days, and I know I could have walked much faster if I was fitter. So, I've started to exercise (shock horror, right?!). I now start my mornings with a yoga workout, and although it's nowhere near as strenuous as mountain climbing, I think it's a really good option for me. I turn my nose up at any exuberant exercise, so this is a nice way for me to learn how to tone my body, control my breathing, and have a healthier lifestyle!
Coupled with a more balanced diet, I've been feeling a lot healthier recently, so I'm really going to try and keep this up. I hope you enjoyed these photos! I would love to know how you stay fit and healthy, so please feel free to let me know in the comments!