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Get into climbing

January 24, 2012 By Sammy H


Climbing is a great sport to get into and can be a really invigorating way of exploring the world. There are so many exciting places to climb and you can either do it independently or go on a specialist climbing holiday, where you’ll have other people to climb with and guides who know the best routes like the back of their hands.

Some of the best places to climb can be found in Europe – in France and Spain. In Spain, a lot of climbing routes are on the coast so you can get fantastic views out to sea as you scale the heights. And if you fancy going further afield, the Thai region of Krabi has some amazing climbing to offer.

Often it’s not necessary to take
rock climbing equipment with you; you can use the climbing company’s stuff or hire it locally. One thing you should take with you is your own climbing shoes and walking boots. It’s often a good idea to put your climbing shoes in a backpack until you get to the base of the climbing route and wear something like
Scarpa boots along the trails that take you to the start of the climb.

You can go on a climbing holiday even if you’re an absolute novice, but you’ll probably get more out of it when you’ve cut your teeth on some climbing walls and maybe even taken a short climbing course.

One of the best things about climbing in other countries is that you can take in amazing views that other tourists will never get to see at ground level. You get to feel a much stronger connection with the landscape of the country you are visiting.

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How to dress for exercise in cold weather

November 24, 2011 By Sammy H

As winter begins, the temptation is to do less exercise as it’s not half as appealing to put on your kit and get out there when the temperature barely gets above freezing all day.
However if you make sure you’re wearing the right clothing, you’ll find that winter exercise can be just as satisfying as in the summer, and perhaps a little more invigorating.
There are some days when you simply won’t want to go outside because it’s raining too hard, or the ice on the ground makes it too dangerous to contemplate going running. These are the times to switch to a gym workout, or go running on an indoor track.
But if the sun’s shining, get out there and enjoy the fresh air. While running in the rain may not be much fun, it’s better to run in the rain that when it’s very windy. Wind increases heat loss and can make the cold weather feel colder. If it’s really much below freezing, it’s risky to exercise outdoors as hypothermia can take hold at really quite mild temperatures. The definition of hypothermia is when body temperature drops below 95°F (35°C).
The most important preparation you can make for outdoor exercise in cold weather is choosing the right clothing. Starting with the base layer, make sure you put on thermal underwear. Thermals keep you warm, but also allow moisture to wick away from your skin. Follow that with a second layer to insulate. You can vary the thickness of this layer depending on how cold the weather is. Finally add a waterproof shell to keep the heat in and to keep you protected from outside moisture, wind and cold. Don’t forget this layering system for your legs, too, and wear a pair of thermal gloves to protect your fingers from that frosty feeling. Top it off with some protection for your head, too.
If you’re out exercising in the early morning or in the evening, make sure you are easily seen – wear light coloured or reflective clothing. Choose to exercise in well-lit places and avoid areas where there is a lot of traffic.
Exercise in winter can be fun; just make sure you’re safe and warm while you’re out there.

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April 9, 2011 By admin

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