The main problems
on this walk are the steep, rugged ascents and
descents especially on Ben Nevis and Scafell
Pike. Because of this there is a lot of pressure
on the leg muscles, knees and achilles tendon.
This pressure will considerably increase if you
are attempting to climb the 3 peaks
consecutively.
Exercise should be taken to build up stamina
i.e. walking, jogging, cycling and swimming all
help improve fitness. The best training is
actual walking, especially up mountains and
hills. People often use the Yorkshire 3 Peaks
Walk as a training run which consists of 25
miles of ascents and descents of Pen-y-Ghent,
Whernside and Ingleborough in the Yorkshire
Dales.
Walk at a steady pace when ascending each
mountain. This will conserve energy and maintain
a steady body heat and release of energy. This
steady pace will usually help you to overcome
steep or difficult sections without becoming
exhausted. Some walkers set off at a brisk pace
and often become exhausted soon afterwards. The
combination of exhaustion and loss of energy can
hasten the onset of hypothermia. |
