"wim vanhengel" wrote in message
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> Your are never too old for hiking. With a moderate fitness level you
> can do a lot of hikes over the world. Its just a question of knowing
> how far you can push your body. So take your time and never go over a
> too fast heart rate. (max would be something around 210-your age and
> than take around 80% of this---so 210 - 57 = 140 so you should try to
> walk on a max of 120)When hiking on higher altitude take your time and
> do short hikes before starting the real hike, go up and come down
> again to the same level the same day. Also doing some exercise can
> help to get used on altitude.
>
> If your are not in for some sports, these wonderful days can be a
> start of a healtier and more exciting life.
>
> AND MOST IMPORTANT DONT TAKE TOO MUCH STUFF UP THE MOUNTAIN, you will
> surely survive a few days with less.
>
> Have fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I did the hike a few years ago, and the fittest person in our group was 65
years old. He went way ahead, leaving us 20- and 30-somethings in the dust,
huffing and puffing.
--
Peacenik
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