James Appleton is a New York State licensed hiking guide, strength coach, and host of the 46 of 46 Podcast. Based in Lake Placid, in the heart of New York’s Adirondack Park, he helps hikers build the strength, endurance, and confidence needed to take on bigger mountain adventures. He is the founder of 46 Outdoors and the author of books focused on hiking, training, and exploring the Adirondacks.