What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pays to register for arduous trek (8)" mean?

The definition is "arduous trek". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). FOOTS (synonym="pays a bill") + LOG (synonym="register") = FOOTSLOG; definition: "arduous trek" The answer is FOOTSLOG.

Pays to register for arduous trek (8)

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