How to Train for Climbing Kilimanjaro (The Best Way)

Climbing Kilimanjaro is a physical undertaking, so you should prepare yourself accordingly with a Kilimanjaro training program.
Being in good shape is important in many respects. Obviously, strong, conditioned legs make it easier to walk uphill and downhill for sustained periods of time. General aerobic fitness allows the body to function efficiently with less oxygen. And a fit body is more likely to withstand the stress of consecutive days of hiking and camping.
So how does one go about training for Kilimanjaro?
VIDEO CONTENTS
0:00 - Intro
0:40 - How Fit Do I Need to be to Climb Kilimanjaro?
2:04 - Hiking is the Best Exercise to Prepare for Kilimanjaro
3:10 - What Kind of Hikes Should I Do to Train?
4:02 - What if I Don’t Have Trails to Train On?
4:34 - Test Your Gear While Training
5:08 - Do I Need to Do Any Other Exercises?
5:49 - How Long Do I Need to Train for Kilimanjaro?
6:10 - Active Hikers
6:54 - Active Non-Hikers
7:44 - Non-Active People
8:36 - Tapering Training
9:01 - Healthy Lifestyle
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For everything you need to know about climbing Kilimanjaro, visit 👉www.ultimatekilimanjaro.com

[@ohsok1746]

I’ve watched many Kilimanjaro training videos and this is the best one by far! Thanks 🙏🏼

[@Ultimate-Kilimanjaro]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JohnCx]

Thank you for this, I keep seeing plans with exercises, stretches, running/swimming, even weights.... so confusing and was concerning me.... I hike at least twice a week, at least 400/500m elevation, ascent and descent, carry a 20L day back with full kit, on average for 4 hours at a time.... I was starting to doubt myself.... needed someone to tell me to continue to keep it simple...

[@Ultimate-Kilimanjaro]

Yup, those complicated training programs are unnecessary. We have no idea why so many operators and individuals state that's what you need for Kilimanjaro. It's totally not true. Your current training plan is great.

[@kenhole00]

Excellent advice. I am not climbing Kilimanjaro but your advice is applicable to most hikes

[@Ultimate-Kilimanjaro]

Indeed it is! Thanks for watching!