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How should I train for the Everest Base Camp trek?
The Everest Base Camp trek is a tough cookie. Your training should include cardio, aerobic and strength workouts, as well as training hikes in an ideal world. Please read on for more detail on how to train for this fantastic high-altitude adventure.
The Everest Base Camp trek is totally within reach of most of us, you just need to put in the work beforehand!
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How fit do I need to be for the Everest Base Camp trek?
![Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lakes trek elevation](https://images.followalice.com/1HT3bdJ0aHeOemvb6vL70A/67a31c2a9051c09cea90faa5ec29b66a/Everest_Base_Camp_and_Gokyo_Lakes_elevation_cross_section_graph.png?q=80&fit=fill&f=center&w=800&h=495)
![EBC trekker path mountains Nepal, Antonia and Dennis pic](https://images.followalice.com/77EW6KT3K90ExexrL4cozv/37811843d1339ef2c6a598da11f611f4/F7994A87-D679-4FBA-8E80-2DE736B5EEE9.jpg?q=80&fit=fill&f=center&w=800&h=725)
Take your physical prep seriously
Start early
How do I train for the Everest Base Camp trek?
Strength training Aerobic workouts Cardiovascular workouts Training hikes
1. Strength training
Lunges Side lunges Squats Toe ups Wall sitting*
![Women doing outdoor squats exercise](https://images.followalice.com/7ezzljcU7cUdej3UVZ4HK/db090950059dd5a6ca57f12f01d285b3/Woman_squatting_outside.jpg?q=80&fit=fill&f=center&w=800&h=600)
2. Aerobic workouts
Stair running High-knee, on-the-spot running Box jumps Jumping jacks Burpees Jumping squats
3. Cardiovascular workouts
![woman cyclist cycling on road](https://images.followalice.com/4vpslHCF0c2gadzZBIPaj/b7449e2c8905340437221a0bab515929/cyclist-5507225_1920.jpg?q=80&fit=fill&f=center&w=800&h=533)
We recommend doing some cardio training at least three times a week.
4. Training hikes
Long daily hikes Steep inclines Uneven footpaths and scree Very cold conditions (even snow and ice) High altitude
![woman hiker on coastal trail](https://images.followalice.com/3NjU6P4v1KZKdB98Xb0y3f/1b30519c660df6e0b036186f16b3752c/woman-hiker_on_coastal_trail.jpg?q=80&fit=fill&f=center&w=800&h=533)
Hike regularly
![EBC route trekkers snow rocks, Antonia and Dennis pic May 2022](https://images.followalice.com/1USx4o1ExTNMJzeNirZZVM/6b746475b20824306d6fea0aca580d1c/EF46E736-BCF2-4B10-A0BD-F706917A5327.jpg?q=80&fit=fill&f=center&w=800&h=600)
Hiking alternatives
Hiking at altitude
![Young man hiking in mountains](https://images.followalice.com/2tBlSWrsgifb46BcirK2Wf/c233d32149dc8a0f9f9e2994ccb5f3c9/Young_man_hiking_in_mountains.jpg?q=80&fit=fill&f=center&w=800&h=533)
Wear your backpack
Wear your boots and socks
![EBC trekker snow Nepal, Anotnia and Dennis pic](https://images.followalice.com/4BmM2qZ3h1s4cpH884hFfF/e059025c4e8f7bfb9b4c8fc7e70d7b28/E8648F3F-52A0-4B21-BF90-A73F89FA48A5.jpg?q=80&fit=fill&f=center&w=800&h=600)
Wear your EBC clothes
Try out trekking poles
Keep up the motivation
![Antonia and Dennis at EBC Nepal May 2022](https://images.followalice.com/4XvxsApKtGcuO5d6HjHTk4/b846bb3706c9ea82c6a4453770a705c5/8feeefed-321b-4bf9-b18c-b5ede37f87eb.jpg?q=80&fit=fill&f=center&w=800&h=617)