What level of fitness is required?
You do not have to be an athlete to undertake a Challenge; the events are designed to be tough but also inclusive so that people of all ages and abilities can take part. All of the events are quite physically demanding and you need to be realistic about which one would suit you best. Each challenge is graded on a scale of 1 -5 and some are more demanding than others but all of them require a good level of general fitness. It is important to choose a challenge that is suited to your level of ability as only you can judge how fit you are and what you are capable of achieving. There will be people of widely ranging fitness levels taking part and the aim is for the whole group to meet the challenge, it is certainly not a race! Most people who take part in these events are new to this type of trip. The cycling is carefully managed at a suitable average pace with regular rest and refreshment stops. It is worth considering that a change in climate, particularly hot weather or altitude, may af
There’s a reason this event is called a Challenge! However, while there are some challenging parts to the cycling component, all participants are fully supported with an assistance vehicle (where you can take a break any time), professional, experienced leaders, and a luggage transport vehicle (so all you have to carry on your bike is your day pack). As long as you have a reasonable level of fitness – and with some prior training and preparations – you’ll be able to make the most of this amazing experience. Information and training tips will also help with pre-trip preparations. Above all, remember this is an adventure holiday, not the Tour de France! The level of cycling required and the route has been tailored accordingly.
Each challenge is graded on a scale of 1 – 5 and some are more demanding than others but all of them require a good level of general fitness. There will be people of widely ranging fitness levels taking part and the aim is for the whole group to complete the challenge. It is certainly not a race! The cycling and trekking is carefully managed at a suitable average pace with regular rest and refreshment stops. We recommend that if you do not take regular exercise that you should be training for at least 3 to 4 months in the lead up to departure. Please check out the cycling and trekking guide on the home page for advice on training.
Each challenge is graded on a scale of 1 – 5 and some are more demanding than others but all of them require a good level of general fitness. There will be people of widely ranging fitness levels taking part and the aim is for the whole group to complete the challenge. It is certainly not a race! The cycling and trekking is carefully managed at a suitable average pace with regular rest and refreshment stops. We recommend that if you do not take regular exercise that you should be training for at least 3 to 4 months in the lead up to departure. Please check out the cycling and trekking guide on the each event summary page for advice on training.
You do not have to be an athlete to undertake ChallengeMD! the trip through Nepal is designed to be tough but also inclusive so that people of all ages and abilities can take part. The event will be quite physically demanding and you need to be realistic about whether you feel you will be able to complete the Challenge successfully. It is important that you are confident that ChallengeMD! Nepal is suited to your level of ability as only you can judge how fit you are and what you are capable of achieving. There will be people of widely ranging fitness levels taking part and the aim is for the whole group to meet the challenge, it is certainly not a race! Most people who take part in these events are new to this type of trip. The trekking is carefully managed at a suitable average pace with regular rest and refreshment stops. It is worth considering that a change in climate, particularly hot weather or altitude, may affect your performance.
