{"id":612,"date":"2022-07-05T14:37:59","date_gmt":"2022-07-05T14:37:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wild-springs.com\/blog\/?p=612"},"modified":"2022-07-05T14:37:59","modified_gmt":"2022-07-05T14:37:59","slug":"mount-kenya-fitness-training-programme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/mount-kenya-fitness-training-programme\/","title":{"rendered":"Mount Kenya Fitness Training Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Training program for mount kenya aimed at ensuring you get to the summit of the second highest mount in Africa. Sign up NOW<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“View of Batian, the highest summit of the Mount Kenya massif. With an altitude of 5199 m (17.057 ft) Mount Kenya is the second-highest summit in Africa. There are three main peaks, Batian, Nelion and Point Lenana, from where the picture was taken. Between Point Lenana and Batian the last remaining glacier of Mt. Kenya, Lewis Glacier, is visible.See related images:”<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Train with us; learn to be a climber\u2026 not just a client!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preparation and planning are paramount when looking toward a successful climb. Not only do we wish all our clients to achieve their goals successfully, but a good standard of fitness will ensure you have fun doing so! This program intentionally guides you through the skills and fitness training needed to summit Mt Kenya\u2019s third-highest peaks successfully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hiking to lose weight or to summit as many peaks as you can is a good place to start. Sign up for this fitness training and use it the way you see best and modify it for your own purposes, but keep in mind that your ultimate goal is to be as physically prepared as you can possibly be for this adventure. Let\u2019s Go!!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Physical fitness should be approached in five key areas to ensure you are ready for Mount Kenya.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Cardiovascular Fitness<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    General fitness and strength cannot be realized by hiking only. Engage your body in many cardiovascular activities that will improve your general fitness. Human body Fitness is measured through aerobic capacity: this is the body\u2019s ability to take in and use oxygen. Cardiovascular training is intended for conditioning your heart and lungs to deliver oxygen to your muscles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Engage in these activities, including running, gym, cycling, swimming, and stepping staircase workouts. Aerobic capacity improves with time; the best way is to ensure discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Motor Fitness<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      This refers to endurance, energy management, strength, balance, agility, and flexibility. These are super factors in building the ability to climb smoothly and efficiently on mountainous terrains. More guidance to share on our Whatsapp group<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Mental Conditioning; Psychological Preparedness<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Positive thinking goes hand in hand with physical fitness; when your body is exhausted, you have only one thing left; mental strength. Mental conditioning helps you to coordinate the body and the mind to help keep the eyes on the prize Visualization is a powerful tool and needs to be trained. Your mind must believe that you can. More guidance to share on our Whatsapp group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. Get the Clothing Right<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Your safety while on the mountain starts with the gear & Equipment. Get quality gear between now and the day of the climb. We offer FREE consultations on the gear & Equipment you need. All subscribers will enjoy a 30 % Discount on their Gear & Equipment if you shop<\/a> from us. Discount only eligible to subscribers to this program. Check out our Store Socials <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          1. Diet; Food & Drinks<\/strong> Training program<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            Phase 1: Introduction to the Mount Kenya Fitness Program, Gears & Equipment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            Phase 2: Fitness and acclimatization connection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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