Welcome to Fit4’s blog!
We will be uploading a huge variety of different content which will hopefully have something to cater for everyone. Whether you are looking for training tips, inspiration for your next adventure or to hear what the team have been up to, have a look below.
Everest Training Week 2024
Find out how we can help you can prepare for high altitude technical expeditions. Read about what we got up to during a trip in Scotland preparing Stu and Darius for the expedition to Everest this spring.
Ben Nevis Weekend - March 2024
Read about what we got up to on our Ben Nevis Weekend. We met in Fort William and spent the first day training and learning key winter mountaineering skills that we then put into use on the expedition to the highest mountain in the UK, Ben Nevis, on the second day.
Exploring The Highlands in winter
Find out what you might get up to on a private guided winter trip in Scotland. Learn winter mountaineering skills, explore The Highlands in the snow and enjoy breathtaking views.
Winter Skills Course - Feb 2024
Read about our February winter skills course from Aviemore. Find out what a winter skills course with Fit4 includes.
10 things to take on a Nepal trekking trip
Read our 10 suggestions of things that you should take to Nepal if you go on a hiking trip.
Your first wild camping adventure
Fancy a wildcamping adventure? Read this blog for our guide on how to start your wildcamping journey - how to choose a route, place to camp, what food to take, what kit do you need and even how to cope when nature calls.
Where will your next hiking holiday be? - Morocco
Read about climbing Mount Toubkal, the highest mountain in North Africa, via the lesser trodden route. Beautiful views, remote refuges, moroccan food, sunny days, great trekking, Toubkal summit at sunrise.
Where will your next hiking holiday be? - Kenya
The first of a series of blogs giving ideas of amazing hiking adventures available through Fit4 this coming year. This blog explains why Mount Kenya is an amazing alternative to Kilimanjaro and why we should not overlook this incredible adventure.
Morocco Earthquake 2023
A realtime narration of the events which unfolded on the night of the 8th of September 2023, Morocco’s most devastating earthquake in over 60 years. Our guide, Chris Jackson, gives his point of view on the situation and an insight into some of the decisions faced during the night.
Need inspiring?
We have collated a range of mountaineering adventures our guides and clients have shared throughout the British Mountains. Whilst the UK is small in comparison to other mountaineering powerhouses there are adventures waiting to be had around every corner.
Creative ideas for training in London
Chris explains how you can train for mountain adventures even when you are living in a city like London
Location, location, location
Read Chris’ top tips on picking the destination for your next UK outdoor adventure depending on the season.
The Welsh 3000s Challenge
Challenge yourself to take on the Welsh 3000s - read about our autumn adventure in Snowdonia
Running the Everest Marathon…where to start?
Chris explains how you can prepare yourself for extreme challenges at altitude
Christmas in Patagonia
Ever wondered about hiking in Patagonia? Read about Laura’s experience on her version of the W Trek here