After being sat on our sofas in lockdown for a good portion of earlier & this year, a lot of us are itching to get back outdoors and have a much-anticipated breath of fresh air. With restrictions still in place in certain areas, one to two days hikes could be a great option for us to get our outdoor fix. Here are some of our tips for preparing for Trekking Hiking after lockdown. Practice: Understandably, our stamina might not be up to scratch after the year we’ve had. Plunging straight into a strenuous hike could be dangerous, so we recommend building your strength up prior to visiting the peaks. Try walking on flat surfaces to start with, gradually adding more distance on each time. You can then build up to more tiring routes on uneven surfaces to get the practice in for those mountainous paths you’ll soon be walking on. Adding some cardio and Yoga to daily routine will be good. Once you’re ready to hike, going on a familiar route first is always a good idea so you can get your body used to enduring the activity, but on a well-known path or with a guide in a group of known friends. Then when you’re ready, you can challenge yourself with more difficult hiking routes and dare to adventure somewhere new. Remember to acclimatize first. Planning and preparation: The first thing is to select routes and mountains that aren’t too challenging. This is to avoid accidents and situations that will require outside help. Try to get information on the facilities available en route and follow the local rules on curfew, quarantine and permissions from district and forest officials. While outdoor activities are generally safe, problems can arise from crowdedness and the resultant close contacts. It’s best to travel in
After being sat on our sofas in lockdown for a good portion of earlier & this year, a lot of us are itching to get back outdoors and have a much-anticipated breath of fresh air. With restrictions still in place in certain areas, one to two days hikes could be a great option for us
