Ever wondered why people would climb mountains, risk their lives just to reach the top? The answer is well quoted by GEORGE MALLORY, who attempted to make first ascent of Everest says:
“Because it is
there.”
The view from the top, the people we meet, the self
reflection and the best treat for nature lovers drives people for this totally
exhausting but purely exiting and enriching adventure. The same inspired me to
do Basic Mountaineering Course,
But the only lack was preparation. Just passion and
will power won’t take us very far in this field. This is for all those who
aspire to be a climber, some tips from what I have gathered.
1. FITNESS
Not just mentally but
physically as well, being able to run for aleast 5km, trek as far as possible with minimum 20kg bag pack. The capability of remaining active throughout the day is require.
2. ROCK CLIMBING AND WALL CLIMBING
Have a prior practice and idea
of wall climbing and rock climbing if possible, both of which requires a lot of
muscle strength.
3. ADAPTING EASILY
A person should be able to
adapt easily anywhere with bare minimum facility and should be able to consume
any kind of food available for survival.
4.WEATHER FRIENDLY
Mountains are unpredictable be
it rain, rockfall, etc. anything can happen anytime and one must be prepared
for any situation.
5. BREATHING
Work on breathing capability,
walking long distances with the entire weight can cause not just fatigue but
increase in pulse rate, yoga, running and cycling might help.
6. TREKKING:
Before doing basic course, try and do atleast two-three treks ranging from easy, moderate and difficult, not necessary but will surely help.
Before doing basic course, try and do atleast two-three treks ranging from easy, moderate and difficult, not necessary but will surely help.
ALL THE BEST!!
Copy Right: Dr Lalit Mohan
Dr Lalit mohan acknowledge Parneet Kaur Sandhar for this written work.
Copy Right: Dr Lalit Mohan
Dr Lalit mohan acknowledge Parneet Kaur Sandhar for this written work.
