A perpetually wet derriere is prone to diaper rash. Carry dry pants and an alcohol swab or baby wipes on long trips. Injury Prevention Tips Don't be a weekend warrior - this is a primary cause of backcountry mishaps. If you absolutely can't manage some physical activity during the week, at least try to warm up slowly for the adventure. Be honest about your fitness level or you may over-commit yourself and pay later with stiff joints and inflamed muscles.
Dehydration contributes to cramps and injuries on many levels.
Take a yoga, dance or stretching class. Re-evaluate your fitness program. After years of running, the daily wear and tear made recovery from strenuous trips very difficult for me. A switch to low-impact walking and cycling for aerobic maintenance made a big improvement in my trip energy levels as well as recovery time. Seek varied terrain for your workouts.