How to Prevent Injuries While Climbing Kilimanjaro (8 Ways to Avoid Getting Hurt)

Don’t let an injury ruin your Kilimanjaro dreams.
Any person who has a reasonable degree of fitness can successfully climb Mount Kilimanjaro. However there are some common injuries that people suffer which can be easily avoided with a little bit of attention and extra preparation.
When hiking, the legs bear the brunt of the work. Glutes, quads, hamstrings, and calves all come into play when tackling a trail. Therefore, it’s no surprise that the most common injuries trekkers may experience involve the lower body.
While none of these conditions are life threatening, they can mean the end of your trip if it’s something you can’t tolerate. If your movement is compromised or if you’re unable to walk without pain, continuing on the climb will likely make it worse. So, we want to take the right steps to avoid injuries in the first place.
In this video, we discuss 8 ways to prevent injuries on Kilimanjaro.
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VIDEO CONTENTS
0:00 - Intro
0:59 - 1. Hike in the Right Footwear
2:58 - 2. Wear Liner Socks or Toe Socks
4:26 - 3. Tape Up Hot Spots and Blisters
5:17 - 4. Use a Brace
6:05 - 5. Train for Your Climb
7:05 - 6. Use Trekking Poles
8:05 - 7. Shun the Sun
9:06 - 8. Follow the Acclimatization Guidelines
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Thank you. I’m not climbing Mount Kilimanjaro (who knows when) but I’m enjoying knowing these tips!

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