Depending on the trip I like to ease into a bit of training so the trip feels a little less like torture. Usually about 2 months out I'll do an hour a day. Some weights, squats and a stepper that I like. This year I have noticed some "mental" fatigue about 1/2 way through. Yikes! I can't help but wonder if that's age related. I always thought getting old was something that happened to other people.

Just curious about the differing views on training. I know when I was a bit younger I didn't worry about it. First day or two was a little tough but usually got stronger from that point on. That may be you. Others may run everyday or bike etc.