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Montagnes, acclimatation, protocoles et préparation.
Par destination, l’article par lequel commencer ; la liste complète suit.
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Trekking in Nepal: the best routes for beginners
Planning a trek in Nepal? Discover the best routes for beginners, including Annapurna Base Camp, Langtang and Everest Base Camp.
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Ladakh and Leh: how to acclimatise for the world’s highest roads
Are you going to Leh, Khardung La, or Umling La? Read how to acclimatise smartly in Ladakh and why pre-acclimatisation at home can help.
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Weight loss at altitude: why you lose weight
Why do you lose weight at altitude? Discover how appetite, fluid loss and higher energy expenditure combine to cause weight loss in the mountains.
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Altitude sickness test: how the Lake Louise score works
How does the Lake Louise score work for altitude sickness? Learn to recognise AMS, interpret scores, and objectively assess symptoms at altitude.
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Altitude sickness on a skiing holiday: preventing headaches and nausea on the slopes
Altitude sickness ski holiday? Recognise headaches and nausea on the slopes and discover how to prevent symptoms with smart preparation.
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Dexamethasone for altitude sickness: emergency protocol for use in the mountains
Dexamethasone for altitude sickness: when emergency medication helps, what to do with HACE, and why descending always remains key.
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Getting started in mountaineering: are you ready for 4,000, 5,000 or 6,000 metres?
Starting mountaineering? Discover when you’re ready for 4000, 5000, and 6000 metres, including technique, training, and acclimatisation.
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Hiking with children at high altitudes: from what age is which destination suitable?
Going to the Annapurna, Inca Trail, or Alps with children? Read which altitudes are sensible per age and how a high-altitude tent can help.
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Poor sleep at altitudes above 3,000 metres: recognising Cheyne-Stokes respiration and how to manage it
Difficulty sleeping above 3000m? Recognise Cheyne-Stokes, monitor SpO2 and symptoms, and discover how sleeping in a altitude tent beforehand helps.
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Kilimanjaro: with or without Diamox? What the data and experienced guides say
Kilimanjaro with or without Diamox? Read what data, guides, and pre-acclimatisation with a high-altitude tent mean for altitude sickness.
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Diamox dosage protocol: 125 mg vs 250 mg for trekking, skiing and expeditions
Diamox dosage protocol for trekking, skiing and expeditions. When to take 125 mg, when to take 250 mg, and how to safely monitor for altitude sickness?
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Annapurna Base Camp acclimatisation schedule: altitude, preparation and smart route construction
Annapurna Base Camp Acclimatisation Schedule: Altitude, Route, Preparation, and Why Sleeping in a High-Altitude Tent in Advance is Wise.
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Alcohol and altitude: additional risks often underestimated
Alcohol and altitude increase risks of poor sleep, dehydration and missed altitude sickness. Read when it’s better not to drink.
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Highest mountains Europe: top 10 with altitude profile
Discover the highest mountains Europe, including top 10, altitude profile, acclimatisation, altitude sickness and preparation with altitude tent.
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Oxygen at 8000 metres: the death zone explained
Oxygen at 8000 metres explained: why the death zone is so extreme and why sleeping in an altitude tent beforehand is essential.
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Climbing Manaslu: route and schedule
Climbing Manaslu? Find out route, schedule, camps and why sleeping in an altitude tent in advance will greatly improve your acclimatisation.
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How long will your altitude effect last? A feedback table for your expedition or competition
How long does altitude training last? Find out when your altitude effect wears off and how to smartly time your altitude tent for expedition or competition.
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Acclimatising at altitude: how a mountain guide looks at it
Mountain guide Jelle Staleman shares how he looks at acclimatisation: sleeping altitude, rest days, Diamox, altitude complaints and safe descent.
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Climbing Cho Oyu: acclimatisation for 8188 metres
Climbing Cho Oyu? Read how to prepare for 8188 metres with acclimatisation, altitude tent, SpO2 monitoring and practical expedition tips.
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Climbing Huayna Potosí: acclimatisation for 6088 metres
Climbing Huayna Potosí? Find out how to acclimatise for 6088 metres and how an altitude tent reduces the risk of altitude sickness.
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Altitude training for footballers and hockey players: useful or hype?
Height training for footballers and hockey players: find out when it makes sense, how to plan it and why renting often makes sense.
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Climbing Cotopaxi: acclimatisation for 5897 metres
Climbing Cotopaxi? Find out how to acclimatise for 5897 metres, reduce altitude sickness and prepare at home with an altitude tent.
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Running Everest Marathon: this is how to prepare for extreme altitude
Running Everest Marathon? Find out how to prepare for extreme altitude, trail loads and acclimatisation with a smart altitude tent plan.
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Island Peak Nepal: preparation and acclimatisation
Island Peak Nepal requires more than fitness. Find out how to prepare, acclimatise smartly and start your summit day with more margin.