When you climb, you only have to get yourself to the peak. If you climb with someone other than your regular partner, no one gets mad, in fact, you can all three climb together and share protection ! You can reuse your protection, and someone else even cleans it for you, provided you don't put it in too deep. You can leave your protection in for the next guy. There is such a thing as being too overhung. You can get belayed without first be kissing. A good hand jam can be as satisfying as any other kind of jam. No matter how many times you fall off, you can always climb back on. Having a belay slave is not a criminal offense. The rocks never expect you to call afterward. Dry friction is a positive quality when you're climbing. The rocks don't care if you show up late. The rocks don't complain after 7 or 8 pitches. When you're climbing, a good two-finger jam will support your body weight. Your belayer never hesitates when you yell "TAKE!" When you're climbing, weird body positions are considered "cool". The rocks don't scream for help when you try for the on-sight flash. The rocks don't complain when you don't want to do cracks anymore and want to do some face. A three-finger pocket isn't too big. You don't have to wait an hour after getting pumped-out. If you pop off early, the only one mad at you is yourself. If you end up with little bumps on your skin, you can probably blame Poison Ivy or mosquitoes. The gear is safer. And reusable. Chalk is easier to get off the hands. No one thinks you're weird if you have to feel around for a hole/hold. Climbing w/o gear is safer than sex without gear. At least if you die, you die fast. Always something to do with your feet. Routes have safety grades, sex partners don't. I've never had a partner with a G on her forehead. Its ok to stick your hands, feet, fingers, knees, nose, etc into any and all cracks while climbing. You don't have to wash your climbing toys after using them. The positions are more fun. Climbing gets safer over the years, sex gets more dangerous. If you fail, you can always get a second chance. Choice of novice or expert routes. A climb can last all day. Guidebooks tell you who did the 1st ascent and how many time it's been done. Lots of tight cracks. The only rubber you wear is on your feet. There are still rocks that haven't been touched. I actually have someone to climb with.
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Look at the calendar. Oh no, your climb is just a month away. You have to start training now. The best method to train yourself in any activity is to stimulate yourself into that activity. Therefore, in mountain climbing, the basic skill needed is hiking. So before you head out to that climb, you should grab a pack and begin a regime including hiking exercises that has low intensity cardiovascular exercise. Give yourself two to six weeks in this kind of regime. At the end of that period, you would have known the basic mountain climbing skill. 1. The first two equipments you should purchase are a back pack and hiking shoes. For first timers, try not to buy expensive gears and it would be a waste of money if they will only use it that one time. A practical choice is better.2. Choose a small mountain or a hill near where you live. 3. Plan your exercise program. Make sure that the intensity and the length of the whole routine increases gradually. Let’s say for example in the first week, you trek for thirty minutes thrice a week. In the second week, you go for forty five minutes carrying 15 to 30 lbs of weights with you for three to four times a week. In the third week, you go for an hour with 30 to 45 lbs of weight with you for three to four times a week. In the fourth week, ease on the weight and go for one or two sessions. Next thing you know, you’re ready for your climb. Just remember to adjust your program when called for. A particular routine isn’t appropriate to everybody. Weights are added and reduced, depending on the body type of the hiker. Here are some important mountain climbing tips: 1. Your pack should have weights in the form of the water bottles. This is because they won’t tear up your back pack. You can also dump the water when you reach the peak so that you don’t put tension on your knees when you climb down. 2. Use poles for trekking. These lessen the strain in your knees when you ascend and descend. 3. Don’t rush yourself. Keep it slow and steady. Start and stop depending on your productivity. By listening to music, the rhythm is set. 4. Have realistic goals. If you push yourself too hard, you will only hurt yourself. Before your climb, stretch and stay hydrated. You should also rest two days before the expedition. |
AuthorsJade Rance Acidre Archives
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