<\/span><\/h3>\nCardiovascular is one thing we should consider while preparing for Everest Base Camp. Normally, we, who do not exercise regularly, do not have good cardio. With such a body, we tend to have low oxygen levels and exhaust quickly.<\/p>\n
Also known as aerobic training, Cardiovascular training enhances the lungs and heart’s capability to supply oxygen to our muscles. It also boosts our muscle\u2019s ability to use the supplied oxygen for physical movement.<\/p>\n
If you run out of oxygen and do heavy breathing after a short, fast run, your cardio is not at the top. Thus, we should build good cardio. EBC Trek is all about trekking and more trekking. In those high areas, our body will need a good oxygen supply. In this case, only having good cardio is the solution.<\/p>\n
To develop fine cardio, we can routinely exercise like running, jogging, swimming, cycling, aerobic dance, snowshoeing, and brisk walking<\/strong>. These activities help to shape a good cardiovascular level required for the trek.<\/p>\nWhile training, it is best to imitate the activities you\u2019ll do on the trek. Be sure to do around 3-4 sessions of 30 minutes of activity at a fair intensity.<\/strong> Begin by warming up by stretching at ease. Have a break after intense work. Do some muscle stretching to finish the day\u2019s session.<\/p>\nOverall, plan an aerobic training plan that builds strong cardio and leaves you a bit tired after every session. Stay disciplined, and you shall prepare well.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Strength Training<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Like Cardiovascular enhances our body\u2019s oxygen process, strength training toughens our muscles. It is about strengthening our body, mainly the legs, shoulders, and upper back.<\/p>\n
We must have firm shoulders, hips, and legs for a trek like Everest Base Camp Trek. There will be tough uphills, rapid downhills, and rough terrain. Our bodies will walk across all terrain for around 6 hours daily. We may also have a heavy backpack. Hence, it is necessary to build strength training.<\/p>\n
We can climb all the walk challenges if our shoulders, legs, and upper back are muscular. Our trek becomes much easier. We can easily carry our bodies and even backpack on the trail. Otherwise, we are sure to face difficulties.<\/p>\n
You can plan exercises like lunges, squats, deadlifts, push-ups, pull-ups, dips, overhead presses, etc. It is better to hire or consult with a physical trainer. An experienced trainer can make a good strength training plan for you.<\/p>\n
You can begin with free and light activities and then slowly progress further. Full body strength training for 30-45 minutes each is good<\/strong> for the first week. The lightweight and low reps, 8-10, can work.<\/p>\nAs you gain momentum, you can switch to more intense training, increasing reps to 10-15 and time to one hour. <\/strong>You can also add weight to the training. Add more reps but lower the weight when the trek date is near. Throughout the process, vary the number of sets, weights, and reps as required. Most importantly, always try to avoid any strain or injury.<\/p>\nIt is recommended to do the strength training session twice a week. You can change it as per your availability. Also, you must begin doing it around 2-3 months before the trek date. Throughout the process, remain determined and stick to schedule. You will achieve your goals.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Flexibility Conditioning<\/span><\/h3>\nThe next thing you must have is a flexible body. You can have that sort of body if you do flexibility conditioning. Often, it is ignored by people in the face of cardio and strength training. However, it makes the Everest Base Camp Preparation complete.<\/p>\n
Flexibility saves your body from any kind of strain and injury. As Everest Base Camp training continues, you will participate in cardio and strength exercises. If your plan has no flexibility exercise, you are prone to injuries.<\/p>\n
Forward lunges, backward lunges, crossover, seat stretch, etc., are ways to do flexibility conditioning. These will not only help during the preparation but the whole trek.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Mental Conditioning<\/span><\/h3>\nMental conditioning is one of the most undermined things during Everest Base Camp Preparation. It is as vital as the other training. You know Everest Base Camp Trek is a demanding trek.<\/p>\n
You will have tough days on the trail dealing with steep, rough, and high altitudes. Your physique will come into the work. However, mental strength will become more handy. Ultimately, your mind decides whether to continue or give up.<\/p>\n
If you have a prepared mentality, one that is strong, you might win the battle. Hence, preparing your mind for the conditions is equally important for EBC preparation.<\/p>\n
Beginning by conditioning your mind to all kinds of circumstances of the trek, be it cold weather, high altitude, or steep uphills. Try to build mental strength while doing the abovementioned strength, cardio, and hike training.<\/p>\n
The mental conditioning will foster the attitude you need to complete Everest Base Camp Trek. With that attitude, you will take on Everest Base Camp Trek effortlessly.<\/p>\n
<\/span>The Weekly Training Plan for Everest Base Camp Preparation<\/span><\/h2>\n
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To make things a bit easy for you, here is the weekly training plan suggested by experts. If you still have a query about how to train for Everest Base camp, this example plan should answer you.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Monday<\/span><\/h3>\nStrength Training<\/p>\n
\n- Full body, 1 hour, 12 to 15 repetitions per set<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Cardio Training<\/p>\n