How to Prepare for Treks?

 The Term trek generally refers to walking in the countryside for pleasure or sport, usually for a longer period of time. It is also defined as a journey on foot especially on the mountains by a trekker. Trekkers is the travelers who make long difficult hiking through mountainous countries.

It is really an excitement with challenge to be a trekker. There are certain criteria and plans one should know before starting a trek.  You should know the following things to  Prepare for a Trek and Hike.

Body level should be in a good physical state

To get a good physical state one should do exercise like squats, running long-distance, walking, and swimming, which helps to build the body’s stamina.

In order to prepare oneself for trekking, we should do daily exercise which helps to prepare the body for exerting more energy required during the trek.

To enjoy the trekking journeys, it is very essential to be fit, healthy, and feel fine. Because most trekking trails tend to follow high elevations, which makes many people suffer from altitude sickness and exhaustion.

In higher altitudes, the number of Red blood cells (RBC) in the body will increase due to compensating by the body for the lack of oxygen at higher altitudes. Doing physical check-ups and consulting with the doctor is very important before undergoing trekking which helps to be prepared for your body’s reaction and adaptation to a different elevated environment.

If necessary medications after counseling with the doctor can prevent the chance of any nuisance and mishap during the trek.

To prepare both mentally and physically for the trek meditation and yoga can be done followed by jogging and other walks. Being strong and developing self-confidence keeps more value then muscles and stamina in the body. Short hiking in different places will really be an asset to trekking on-mountain in Nepal.

Training is very important rather than being very strict in the gym. Walking long distances should be practiced. More Healthier the body, the better will be the trek.

Required Equipment needed for trekking should be known

The equipment required for trekking depends on the type of trekking. (tea house or camping), time of year, general weather conditions,s and the maximum altitude of the trek.

The equipment essential for the trek and Hike  can be listed below;

Clothing

• Warm jacket – down jacket,
• Water and windproof jacket (alternatively bring a poncho or umbrella)
• Long-sleeved synthetic fleece (windproof material, if possible)
• Thermal underwear
• Hat, a pair of gloves and a scarf
• Comfortable hiking trousers. (loose fitting)
• Shorts and trousers, or a skirt
• 2 pairs of warm wool-blend socks
• 2 pairs of running socks or liner socks
• Proper hiking boots
• Running shoes and flip-flops
• 2-3 T-shirts
• Water bottle
• Snow glass
• Hiking/trekking boots

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Trekking Gear

• To avoid potential snow blindness pair of polarizing sun-glass is required
• To protect against rain and dust backpack and backpack cover are necessary
• Trekking map
• Head torch or small torch, plus spare batteries
• Sleeping bag and silk liner water bottle

 Miscellaneous

• Toiletries (shampoo & Condition)
• A small lightweight and quick daring towel
• Bar & soap
• Sunscreen
• Earplugs
• For lower-elevation insect
• Repellants are required
• First aid Kid
• Water filter or water purification tablets.
• Some Diamox pills against potential   altitude sickness (if going beyond 4000-meter elevation )
• Toilet paper

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Optional items

Camera, batteries, altimeter, compass, books magazine, trekking pole, GPS, sewing repair kit, pocket knife torch, diary or notebook plus the pen

• DIY Camping
• Tent
• Stove and fuel
• Sleeping map
• Food and water for remote area
• Cooking, eating and drinking curtails
• Sleeping bag
• Pillowslip in case
• Sleeping bag liner

 Toiletries & Personal Hygiene

• Quick-dry towel & facecloth
• Shampoo & condition
• Tooth Brush & paste (biodegradable)
• Towel for face and body
• Deodorant
• Moisturizer
• Anti- wipes
• Hand sanitizer
• Sunblock face/Body high UV protection
• Lip Block With UV protection
• Feminine Hygiene Products

Select Best Time/Season

As time and tides wait no one. The right decision at the right time always leads to success. And we can reach our destination. It is important to select the timing when and where you want to be. We should be familiar with the weather and climate which keeps on changing. You must choose the place for the traveling or trek according to a suitable month and season.