Going without any preparation and determination will feel daunting. After all, you must hone your skills before going on an expedition. Aconcagua’s climb is very challenging. You need to have a specific skill set. Going on this expedition will test your skills to the fullest, and you will come out as a more robust and better trekker. The weather and the steep slopes will make you push yourself; remember, not everyone succeeds at reaching the summit. So prepare yourself and go on these exciting expeditions with all your heart!
It would help if you prepared well.
Before going on this expedition, you need to prepare yourself mentally & physically.- Start by including some form of activity. Be it sports, running, or aerobics, anything that keeps you helping and helps develop your stamina.
- Introduce weights: Start incorporating weights into your daily routine. During the expedition, you will carry some weight on your back while walking and climbing, so prepare accordingly. Start with light weights and gradually increase the weight.
- Train on mountains: train your body on slopes and mountains. Be mindful of how you practice with weights here. Gradually increase the activity and weights.
- Climbing smaller mountains, trekking for long hours, and walking on slopes with some weight will benefit you during the expedition. Challenge yourself to push in more hours and lift heavier. It is essential not to get injured. An injury will further delay your expedition, and you will have to practice again after recovery.