Archive for the ‘Health – Fitness – Gear’ Category
Choosing the right backpack for trekking the Kokoda Track
May 10th, 2010 | Author: Jim the Backpacker
What to look for when choosing your next back pack for your next hike or trek. Everything from a lightweight day pack to an 80kg all-purpose backpack.
Visit our You Tube channel for more videos about fitness and gear for trekking the Kokoda Track.
Safety, Health and Fitness on the Kokoda Track
April 21st, 2010 | Author: Jim the Backpacker
Trekking the Kokoda Track is tough and physically and mentally challenging. The fitter you are the more you will enjoy the Kokoda Track. Your personal training programme starts as soon as you book. If you book a Kokoda Trail trek with Back Track a detailed, simple to follow Training Schedule is provided in your Confirmation Kit that will illustrate how to start your own personal walking training programme wherever you live.
Back Track has also created a series of short videos giving you some basic tips to help with your fitness preparation. Visit our Fitness on the Kokoda Track page on our Kokoda website for more information. We are always adding new videos so keep checking back to help with your Kokoda Track fitness preparation. Or visit our YouTube website >
Torch and Headlamp for the Kokoda Track
April 5th, 2010 | Author: Jim the Backpacker
A Headlamp is a must when trekking Kokoda. It keeps your hands free to rummage through your backpack at night or feel your way as you head to the toilet at night.
Trekking poles and the Kokoda Track
April 4th, 2010 | Author: Jim the Backpacker
Trekking poles are a must for trekking along the Kokoda Track. You can use a “bush stick” too.
Choosing the right BOOTS for your Kokoda Track trek
April 4th, 2010 | Author: Jim the Backpacker
Your boots are THE most important piece of equipment for your Kokoda Track trek. Watch our short video with tips about choosing the right boots for your Kokoda Track adventure holiday.