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My Mental Mountain Soundtrack: advice for future trekkers
Nepal / Southeast Asia

My Mental Mountain Soundtrack: advice for future trekkers

Posted on July 10, 2013 by Rachel • 2 Comments

Besides the whole breathing-through-your-nose thing, I found there was one other strategy for pacing myself along our trek through the Himalayas. One of the best tips I can give to fellow unprepared, out-of-shape trekkers is to let your mind create a playlist each day for your hike. Some days the song will be the same, … Continue reading →

Everyday Adventure Anxieties: two days to trek
Nepal / Southeast Asia

Everyday Adventure Anxieties: two days to trek

Posted on June 21, 2013 by Rachel • 2 Comments

Here I sit, 2-days until I depart for the adventure of a lifetime in the Himalayas. My outdoor gear is purchased, my hiking shoes broken in, and my paperwork sorted and filed into a plastic folder to withstand the upcoming monsoons in Nepal. I’ve read the books, the articles, and watched videos about altitude sickness, … Continue reading →

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