Top Ways to Prepare For a Trekking Adventure

There is nothing more exciting than trekking Nepal, but to ensure the trip goes smoothly you need to prepare properly. Here are a few tips on how to prepare for your trekking adventure.

Start Training Months Ahead
Approximately 6+ months prior to your trip is when you need to initiate a full overhaul, physical training schedule. You need to add aerobic fitness an hour a day, five days a week. Implement strength training. Prepare your muscles to reach the point of exertion without injury. For when you trek, the muscle exertion may occur on a daily basis, and by prepping the muscles, you are decreasing the odds of injury from happening. On the other hand, do not over train. It may sound like a contradiction, but it is not. For you are not climbing Everest, you are aiming to trek Everest. Thus, maintain a healthy diet, ample sleep, and keep your body moving without experiencing fatigue. It is the goal of the preparation to ensure your muscles and body stay refreshed giving you the best advantage when you begin your trek. As a result, you will not fade away throughout the trip. You are giving yourself every advantage to reach your trekking goals. (more…)