I was in really good shape put it still took a few days of little headaches and having to take it a little slower. It took 3 days to find them. the next four days we called in three within bow range but it was always thick and couldn't get any shots.
I went on my first hunting DIY trip just north of Durango. I started training in April, earlier than I planned on, due to the gyms being closed. Towards the end of my training i was working out 4 days a week and on the weekends doing a long run 7-8 miles and a weighted hike (9mile -80lbs peak...
Creatine is one of the supplements that actually works. I have found it really beneficial in short to moderate rep range strength training. I have not notice any effects in long endurance type workouts. I also tend to add 4-5 lbs body weight when i take it regularly for a few months.
A massage gun works great for this and other general muscle soreness. I got a decent one on amazon for $140. It has worked a lot better than rolling out with a roller or golf ball.
I started out with a foam pad in the bottom and a 40lb bag of water softener salt. I worked up to 80 lbs for a max hike of 8.5 miles. Adding 10 lbs of homemade (gal ziplock plus duct tape) sandbags every month.