The mountain calls. Sports in nature are good for body and mind. The mountains offer special conditions and the opportunity for many different sports. Here we present 4 mountain sports that give pleasure and make you fit: Hiking, via ferrata, rock climbing and mountain biking.
Hiking: The way is the goal
Hiking is a wonderful way to spend time in nature and invigorate the body and mind. A major advantage of hiking is that it is a form of physical activity that almost anyone can do, because the route and the meters of altitude to be covered can be chosen according to fitness level. This makes hiking also a sport for people with health problems. Once you reach the top, you can enjoy a delicious snack. Only walking downhill can be a strain on the joints, especially the knee. Those who have problems here should learn the right technique or simply take the mountain railroad back down to the valley.
Via ferrata: fun for all
Via ferrata is an exciting and thrilling way to explore the mountains. It is a mixture of hiking and climbing that allows you to experience nature from a completely new perspective. A via ferrata is a secured path equipped with metal pins, ropes, ladders and bridges to allow the hiker to overcome steep cliffs and rock faces. So you should definitely be free from vertigo. For people with an average level of fitness, as well as for children, easy routes (category A or A/B) can be managed even without previous experience. However, one should inform oneself about the safety precautions. This includes equipment such as a climbing harness, via ferrata set, helmet and suitable footwear, as well as the know-how to put on the equipment properly. One of the main advantages of via ferrata is the possibility to enjoy breathtaking views and landscapes that are normally inaccessible to hikers.
Rock climbing: out of the gym, off to the rock face
Rock climbing is a breathtaking sport that attracts climbing enthusiasts from all over the world. Rock climbing involves climbing up a steep rock face or cliff by holding onto handholds and footholds and supporting yourself with your feet while secured by a rope. This requires stamina, strength, coordination and courage. One of the biggest challenges in rock climbing is finding the right route. There are often many ways to climb a rock face, but not all are equally difficult or safe. Climbers must be able to identify the most appropriate route. Safety is an important aspect of rock climbing. It requires the proper equipment and the ability to put it on and check it properly.
Mountain biking: pure driving pleasure
Mountain biking is a sport that uses a bike with a thick profile and suspension to ride on uneven terrain. It challenges the body and improves endurance, strength and balance. Concentration and coordination are also strengthened as the biker must react quickly on unfamiliar trails. Although cycling uphill (without an e-bike) is strenuous, the descent is all the more fun. Depending on preference and ability, you can choose more or less flowing trails, which may also include roots, steps or jumps. Therefore, protective equipment consisting of helmet, protectors and cycling gloves is indispensable.
No matter what mountain sport you like to do, it is important to pay attention to your own safety and to adapt to the particular environment as well as to your own abilities. Good preparation, appropriate clothing and equipment, as well as obtaining information about the route and the weather are essential.
