Victoria Amico would say that hiking 100% ruined her life, but in the best way possible. Seven years ago, she thought she knew what she wanted in her career and devoted her whole self to achieving her goals. But then hiking came along and forced her to examine what she really wanted. In the process, Victoria ended up learning how to choose herself and take up space with her body on the trail.Victoria shares how she got started hiking (and the transformation it inspired), why 100 miles on the Pacific Crest Trail was the right number this year, why she started her social platform Plus Sized Outdoors, and her hopes for everyone out there listening. Enjoy listening? Rate & Review She ExploresFeatured in this episode: Victoria AmicoHosted & Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by DannerJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesFeatured in this episode: Victoria Amico: @plus_sized_outdoors on InstagramPlus Sized Outdoors YouTubeMentioned in this episode:@chilltash@samortizphoto  @unlikelyhikers@fatgirlshiking@kweenwerk@ashleysadventureHiking My FeelingsEpisodes of She Explores featuring Hiking My Feelings Founder Sydney Williams:Lightening Trauma’s Invisible Weight on the TrailA Big ExhaleIf you enjoyed this episode, we think you’ll like “Owning Her Body on the Trail” featuring Beth Bradley.Rate this podcastRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesDanner: Learn more about the Inquire Collection at Danner.com/inquireMusic is licensed via podcastmusic.com.