TREK READY TEST

Test your readiness for your next multi-day trek with 15 questions across 3 categories - gear, trek fitness and mental toughness.

At the end you'll receive your score plus an action plan to help you get ready for your trek.

Click 'Next' below to start.

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Do you have a gear list for your trek and have you checked that you have everything on it?

Not yet - I need to get onto it.

Mostly - I've got the list but need a few things.

Yes! Got it, checked it, and I have everything.

None

Have you worn your hiking boots in so that they're comfortable?

No, they're still in the box.

Somewhat - I should probably wear them out again before my trek.

Yes - they feel like slippers to walk in!

None

Have you tried out all your gear (e.g. your pack, trekking poles etc) and checked it's in good condition?

No - put it on my to do list

Partly - I'd better have another look

Yes - all good

None

Have you weighed all your gear and done a test pack to see if it all fits?

No, I was hoping you wouldn't ask that, I like my extensive wardrobe!

Sort of - if I'm honest with myself I could probably take out a few things

Yes, it's not too heavy and packs away easily

None

Have you identified and fine-tuned everything you'll need for comfort e.g. knee or ankle straps, boot liners, advice from your physio etc?

No - now that you mention it, I should probably check it out before I go

Mostly - there's one or two things I should check

Sure have - I know exactly what I need to make the trek comfortable

None

How good is your cardio fitness?

Could be better - I need to find out the level of fitness needed for my trek and start my training program

Pretty good - I train regularly but I should check whether it's sufficient for my trek

Excellent - I train regularly to the level needed for my trek

None

How good is your strength and agility? (especially in your legs and core)?

Could be better - I need to find out the level of fitness needed for my trek and start my training program

Pretty good - I train regularly but I should check whether it's sufficient for my trek

Excellent - I train regularly to the level needed for my trek

None

How much training have you done to help your balance on uneven terrain?

Not much - I haven't really thought about it

Some - While I've been for a few hikes, most of my training is at the gym or on the pavement

Plenty - I regularly train on uneven ground and do exercises for balance

None

How much endurance training have you done?

None or hardly any - most of my hikes have been fairly short

Some - it's awhile since I've been on a long distance (6+ hour) hike or multi-day hike

Heaps - I've been on a number of 6+ hour hikes or multi-day hikes and plan to do more before my trek

None

10.

How much training have you done with your backpack on?

None - my backpack is so shiny and new it would be a shame to get it dirty!

Some - I've tried out my backpack, but haven't taken much notice of the weight of it

Lots - I hike regularly while carrying my backpack with at least the weight (if not more) that I'll be taking on my trek

None

11.

Have you visualised or thought through what your trek experience will be like and how you might face challenges along the way?

I've not given it too much thought - I'd prefer to be surprised!

A little bit, but I'm sure there's more I could do

Yes I've done all I can think of, and it's constantly in my mind

None

12.

Have you thought about how you'll handle the different living conditions on your trek (type of accommodation, bathroom/toilet facilities or lack of, etc)?

Nope - she'll be right mate

Sort of - I've read the trip notes but I'm not sure if I've really taken it all on board

Yup - I've done this type of trek before and/or I'm aware of what to expect

None

13.

If you'll be trekking at high altitude, are you aware of altitude sickness, what you can do to try and avoid it, or what you should do if you get any symptoms?

Not applicable - I won't be trekking at high altitude

No - I need to check what altitudes I'll be trekking to, and scrub up on what I need to know

Not sure - I should probably find out more

Yes - I know what to expect from reading about it, talking to others or from past experience

None

14.

Have you got your systems worked out? e.g. your morning routine - how you'll wash, get dressed and packed up, how you'll prepare meals (if not supplied by a trek company), how you'll sort out your things on arriving at camp and getting ready for a good night's sleep etc. The more you can practice or think through before you go, the easier it will be.

Huh what systems? I'll figure it out as I go

Getting there - there are possibly a few things I should think through or practice

All sorted - been there and done it all before

None

15.

How's your resilience? How will you cope when things get tough or don't go to plan? What will motivate you to keep going? Have you learnt from other experiences?

Could be an issue - either I haven't really thought about it or I know I react badly when things go wrong

Not entirely sure - I've coped with challenges before but not sure what I'll need for this trek

Pretty good - I'm very motivated to succeed, I've discussed the challenges with others, and I've coped with tough treks or situations before

None

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Test your readiness for your next multi-day trek with 15 questions across 3 categories - gear, trek fitness and mental toughness.

At the end you'll receive your score plus an action plan to help you get ready for your trek.

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At the end you'll receive your score plus an action plan to help you get ready for your trek.

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