Planing For a Training Program – Mario Fares

• March 25, 2020
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Getting ready for your first mountaineering trip is never an easy task. You can't reach the summit if you are not well prepared physically. Technical skills could be acquired two...

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Understanding Endurance – Mario Fares (Part 1)

• March 25, 2020
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Aerobic and Anaerobic metabolism:   Within athletics, endurance is the maximum sustainable work rate an athlete can maintain for the duration of an event before fatigue makes a reduction of...

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Winter Camping Guidelines and Tips

• March 22, 2020
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If you go backpacking in winter, you need to know how to select a good tent and camping spot. Here are some basic guidelines to keep in mind. How To...

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How much should your Backpack weigh?

• March 22, 2020
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A loaded backpacking pack should not weigh more than about 20 percent of your body weight. A full day hiking pack should not weigh more than 10 percent of your...

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What are Contour Lines on the Topographic Maps?

• March 20, 2020
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Topography is the study of geographical features on a landscape. A map with contour lines on it is called a topographic map. Contour lines mark points of equal elevation on...

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