Everest base camp trek is one of the challenging treks that require good preparation techniques to make it successful. The following methods are common for preparing Gokyo Cho La pass trek as well. Trek preparation makes you physically fit for walking the uphills and downhills of trekking route.
1. Physical exercises:
The initial method for preparing the trek is practicing physical exercises such as skipping, squats, yoga, Pushup, sit up and plank to make you muscles stronger and prevent twisting of muscles during the trek.
2. Walking:
Walking is the most important method for preparing for the trek. Walking around two hours a day before three months is very important to make the habit of walking for a trek. Without proper practice of walking, we cannot do a trek.
3. Running:
Fast walking is called running. If we do not have enough time for walking for two hours, then running an hour is very effective for preparation of trek. Running increases your estamina for walking uphills and downhills of trekking route.
4. Cycling:
Cycling is another effective method of preparation of trek which help to make strong muscles and prevent twisting of muscles during the trek. Half an hour to one hour cycling is effective for EBC trek preparation.
5. Selection of best time
Selecting the best time of trekking is very essential to enjoy the mind-blowing view of mountains and landscapes. March, April, May, September, October and November are the best months for trekking. Thus, you should choose the best time for trekking to enjoy the amazing landscape trekking route.
6. Permit
Trekking permit is very important to enter the trekking sites. We can get trekking permits in Nepal tourism board. Some of the trekking permits are available in trekking areas. Everest base camp trekking requires Sagarmatha national park permit and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural municipality permit. Both of these permits are available in Everest region.
Conclusion
Overall, trekking preparation helps to strengthen your muscles and make the trekking joyful. Besides, swimming, short hiking on mountains are also useful for preparing the trek. Always be prepared for your trekking and start your preparation before three months of trekking.
