Friday, June 28, 2013

The Dos and Don’ts of Mountain Climbing – The Danger

The reasons why people climb mountains vary. Some would do for sports, others to just sweat the feeling away while some simply seek adventure. Regardless the reasons may be, mountain climbing is a kind of sport that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Unlike others, this sport poses tremendous threats and hazards to the participants. That is why extreme mountains are limited only to the professionals with vast knowledge, unquestionable trainings and a determined mindset.

                Mind you, we’re not trying to dissuade you not to try mountain climbing. In fact, the main purpose why I created this blog is to promote the activity and enumerate the possible situations and equipment needed for a successful and safe trek.
                Unknown to some, the danger of putting your foot to the wrong place, otherwise known as falling, is only half of the danger that you might encounter when you’re on the climb. Yes, probably, it is the most lethal and scariest but it isn’t alone, trust me.

               When you have a respiratory defect, it is best to consult your doctor first about your plans of climbing. Discuss to him everything there is to know about your planned activity, from where you plan to trek, to the food you’re going to eat and its duration. If the doctor advice against this, then be polite and reconsider the activity. Though there are studies indicating that engaging in a sport ma help you strengthen your respiratory system, mountain climbing isn’t actually one of the most suggested sport. Not only mountains are notoriously known for triggering asthma because of pollens and animal bites, this sport can also cause hypertension. Because of the height, oxygen may deplete slowly as the ascent continues.
                The main objective of this post is to avoid such catastrophic events by trying not to overlook seemingly simple details. With no so much of a preparation, one cannot simply hope for an easy ride in such a dangerous trek.

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