Antarctica & North Pole Archives - Ian Taylor Trekking Trekking and hiking around the world Tue, 23 Sep 2025 19:41:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://iantaylortrekking.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Antarctica & North Pole Archives - Ian Taylor Trekking 32 32 Acclimatize to Altitude From Home https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/acclimate-to-altitude-from-home/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/acclimate-to-altitude-from-home/#respond Mon, 12 Aug 2024 19:06:30 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?post_type=post&p=28013 While you can’t fully replicate the effects of high altitude at home, you can certainly support your body’s acclimatization process before your trip. One option is to rent a hypoxic (altitude) tent, which reduces the oxygen concentration you breathe while sleeping, helping your body begin to adapt. However, this should always be combined with a […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/acclimate-to-altitude-from-home/feed/ 0 Altitude Explained Through its Risks, Challenges, and the Latest Research https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/altitude-explained-through-its-risks-challenges-and-the-latest-research/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/altitude-explained-through-its-risks-challenges-and-the-latest-research/#respond Fri, 18 Aug 2023 17:45:47 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?post_type=post&p=26369 Understanding the Elements, Risks, Challenges, and Research of going to high and extreme altitude. We have been leading high altitude trek for 20 years alongside doing research on our trips for over 10 years. We have learned a lot watching thousands of people going high and extreme altitude. Contact us and check out all our […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/altitude-explained-through-its-risks-challenges-and-the-latest-research/feed/ 0 Altitude Training Mask verses Weight in your Backpack https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/altitude-training-mask-verses-weight-in-your-back-pack/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/altitude-training-mask-verses-weight-in-your-back-pack/#respond Thu, 26 Oct 2017 23:41:50 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?p=7124 Here are some thoughts about altitude training mask verses weight in your backpack.  If you are signed up to one of our trekking trips or expeditions, the challenge you are undertaking is about endurance and strength. It is not necessarily about lung capacity. Let’s look at the advantages and disadvantages of training with an altitude […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/altitude-training-mask-verses-weight-in-your-back-pack/feed/ 0 Are There Alternatives to Taking Diamox at High Altitude https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/are-there-alternatives-to-taking-diamox-at-high-altitude/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/are-there-alternatives-to-taking-diamox-at-high-altitude/#respond Wed, 23 Aug 2017 16:57:52 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?p=7157 Are there alternatives to taking Diamox at High Altitude? Before we get into that, just remember the tried and tested drug is Diamox. Our high altitude doctors and specialists recommend taking Diamox from the first day of your trip. 125mg in the morning and 125mg in the afternoon. Check out all our upcoming trips. What […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/are-there-alternatives-to-taking-diamox-at-high-altitude/feed/ 0 Where do I get Helicopter Evacuation Cover for my Trekking Adventure https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/where-do-i-get-helicopter-evacuation-cover-for-my-trekking-adventure/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/where-do-i-get-helicopter-evacuation-cover-for-my-trekking-adventure/#respond Fri, 11 Aug 2017 18:17:55 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?p=7061 Where do I get Helicopter Evacuation Cover for my Trekking Adventure.  There are lots of opinions out there, but you need local knowledge, logistics and know you will be taken care of in a professional manor. Ian Taylor Trekking recommend Global Rescue services.  CLICK HERE  for further information on policy and pricing. There is an additional […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/where-do-i-get-helicopter-evacuation-cover-for-my-trekking-adventure/feed/ 0 Why do we trek, climb and adventure around the world https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/why-do-we-trek-climb-and-adventure-around-the-world/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/why-do-we-trek-climb-and-adventure-around-the-world/#respond Sat, 05 Aug 2017 20:06:43 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?p=6985 Why do we trek, climb and adventure around the world ? We trek and climb so that others can experience something monumental in their lives. We also want to see others benefit from our adventuring. We believe education is a key component to success and we want to support that wherever we can. I am an […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/why-do-we-trek-climb-and-adventure-around-the-world/feed/ 0 Pacing at High Altitude https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/pacing-at-high-altitude/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/pacing-at-high-altitude/#respond Thu, 15 Dec 2016 15:21:33 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?p=5512 kkingThe pace of a trip at high altitude needs to be managed correctly for your safety and success.  The pace and heart rates at which you exercise on the trail need to be lower than the heart rates that you trained for during the months of preparation. This is extremely important to understand and implement […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/pacing-at-high-altitude/feed/ 0 Expedition North Pole 2020 https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/expedition-north-pole-2020/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/expedition-north-pole-2020/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2016 19:26:31 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?p=5448 Expedition North Pole 2020 ‘With vision we gain courage. With courage we gain confidence & with confidence there are no limits to the dreams we can achieve’   Ian Taylor Expedition North Pole 2020 In April 2020 our small team will embark on a journey across the floating polar ice to the North Pole. We will […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/expedition-north-pole-2020/feed/ 1 Trekking Climbing and Adventuring the world with us https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/trekking-climbing-and-adventuring-the-world-with-us/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/trekking-climbing-and-adventuring-the-world-with-us/#respond Tue, 08 Nov 2016 23:31:00 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?p=5132 Trekking Climbing and Adventuring the world with us. After going on some mountain trips with shocking service, support, food, tents, equipment and staff it was time to offer something better. That is what Ian Taylor Trekking is doing. READ MORE. Trekking Climbing and Adventuring the world with us If you are looking for a hiking, trekking, […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/trekking-climbing-and-adventuring-the-world-with-us/feed/ 0 Solar Charging for Adventure Trekking and Mountaineering https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/solar-charging-for-adventure-trekking-and-mountaineering/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/solar-charging-for-adventure-trekking-and-mountaineering/#respond Fri, 01 Jul 2016 00:00:17 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?p=4751 If you are joining a trekking or mountaineering expedition around the world, then purchasing a solar charger will be a good investment. You can even use it at home, traveling or in the car. When you are looking at options for a solar charger, there are a few thing to consider. Why you Should Consider […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/solar-charging-for-adventure-trekking-and-mountaineering/feed/ 0 Muscle Memory for Trekking and Mountaineering https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/muscle-memory-for-trekking-and-mountaineering/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/muscle-memory-for-trekking-and-mountaineering/#respond Wed, 29 Jun 2016 14:26:23 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?p=4738 If you are considering joining a long distance trek or mountaineering climb, then one of the most important factors to start planning for is your training. Excellent physical conditioning is required for multi-day trekking and mountaineering. There is a range of different training you need to consider. What Does This Mean for Your Training? First […]

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]]> https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/muscle-memory-for-trekking-and-mountaineering/feed/ 0 How should you be training for your trekking adventure https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/how-should-you-be-training-for-your-trekking-adventure/ https://iantaylortrekking.com/blog/how-should-you-be-training-for-your-trekking-adventure/#comments Mon, 06 Jun 2016 15:19:54 +0000 https://iantaylortrekking.com/?p=4527 How should you be training for your trekking adventure. It is important to seek out accurate information about the trail, distances, terrain, elevation of each days hike you will be hiking on. What type of acclimatization schedule will you be undertaking? Is the trek at high or extreme altitude? How should you be training for […]

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