US Causes of Death

[Pedaling Fool]

The most dangerous things on the AT are the 4-legged, unleashed canines.

Actually, it probably is one's own heart that is the most dangerous thing on the AT.


How many stories have we heard of people being found dead in their tent.

True, I don't know the exact cause, but if one were to research it I'd think heart attack as cause of death would be up there.

[HikerMom58]

Actually, it probably is one's own heart that is the most dangerous thing on the AT.


How many stories have we heard of people being found dead in their tent.

True, I don't know the exact cause, but if one were to research it I'd think heart attack as cause of death would be up there.

Yes, I agree with you PF. We've had a few AT hikers pass away from a heart attack in my area within the last couple of years.

[Pedaling Fool]

I'm just amazed when I think of how the heart must beat without ever, ever stopping. On one level I find comfort in the fact that my resting HR is in the mid-40's, but then I think of how often I have it elevated, since I use my legs as my primary form of transportation. Maybe I should start driving more...Nah, I hate it too much...Sorry about that Mr. Heart

[rickb]

Heart attacks are also probably the #1 killer of motorcycle riders.

People in the Granite State understand that, and as a consequence many elect not to wear a helmet.