1) Never have gotten AMS , nor had any signs of it. Felt great (as good as you can on a 24 mile hike) .
2) Did not train constantly, however I have played Lacrosse for many years.
3) San Diego is about 300ft above sea level. Spend 4 days prior at 9,000 ft.
I will say however, I'm 19 and my friend and I did it together last year and summited in less than 6 hours from the Portal. Unless you're a super-star athlete (and even if you are) don't think this hike is cake.
