How Do You Train For Hiking Mt?
Hikers dream of “bagging” Mt. Whitney in the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, the highest peak in the lower 48 states. While it’s a mere four hour drive north of Los Angeles, it’s a difficult journey due to the length of the hike (22 miles round trip), the elevation gain (over 6,000 feet) and the thin air (you’ll be at 14,497 feet on the summit). With proper training, though, you can give yourself a “leg up,” so to speak, on achieving this monumental goal. Purchase sturdy hiking boots. Boots are your most important piece of equipment because this is such a long hike. Go to a reputable outdoor store and be properly fitted. Wear the socks you will hike in. Make sure your toes have enough wiggle room–your feet might swell during such a long trek. Ask if you can return the boots if they don’t work out after a hike or two. If the store says no, seriously consider going elsewhere. Break in your boots–on actual hiking trails, not just around your home or office. You should not have to put u
