Originally Posted by Lisanne
One major way to stay prepared is to stay fit and strong. If you need to run or climb or hang onto something for dear life, or defend yourself against an attacker (human or otherwise), you need to be physically able to do it. (I say this as someone who very much needs to work on this.)
As far as defending myself, I will rely on firearms and knowing how to use them. I am not in the greatest of shape but capable of running, climbing and hanging on, but if I am injured at least I can protect myself. I am fortunate in that I am rural so if all hell breaks loose at least I don't have to escape an urban jungle. I also have an old fasioned hand well that the water is potable and safe. I am in good shape if I can stay home but if I have to bug out, I am in bad shape. Good suggestions here.