People always ask how difficult it is to get to Everest Base Camp? It is an adventure of a lifetime and is achievable for most people. The key to success is the slowest walking possible. The key with climbing any mountain or trekking to altitude is to expend as little energy in the initial stages. Yes, physical exertion is an important part of acclimatizing, along with hydration, eating and sleeping.
The key is in learning to walk again. The slow approach with an experienced guide will get results. You can walk in the hills at home with extra weight 6 - 10kg for 3 - 6 hours along with weights and other endurance training you can easily build up the correct fitness in a 2 - 4 month period depending on where your starting point of fitness is, for an Everest Base Camp Trek.
If you would like to talk more about specific training required for Mountain Treks, feel free to get in touch. www.iantaylortrekking.com
The key is in learning to walk again. The slow approach with an experienced guide will get results. You can walk in the hills at home with extra weight 6 - 10kg for 3 - 6 hours along with weights and other endurance training you can easily build up the correct fitness in a 2 - 4 month period depending on where your starting point of fitness is, for an Everest Base Camp Trek.
If you would like to talk more about specific training required for Mountain Treks, feel free to get in touch. www.iantaylortrekking.com
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