Workout and its significance

Workout is essentially good for your health. The physical exercise keeps you fit and healthy regardless of age, sex or physical ability. Regular workout not only keeps you fit but also prevent diseases. It improves your stamina and your body gets trained to become efficient and uses less energy for the same amount of work. It is also helpful in strengthening and toning up your body. Exercise is a key to weight control, keeps you flexible and improves the quality of life.

Rock Climbing- one way for effective health

The thrill of rock climbing is not only adventurous but also improves your health. This is the best exercise to keep your mind and body fit. Rock climbing is a sport that requires a lot of concentration. A little distraction can let you down. Some of the benefits of rock climbing are---

• It increases flexibility
• It is helpful for cardiovascular health
• Loses weight and keeps your body maintained
• It also increases your muscle strength

Some other rock climbing places in Kerala

Apart from Munnar, there are other rock climbing places in Kerala including Pythal Mala, Vegamon and Thenmala. Ramakkalmedu is another destination for this adventurous activity and it is nestled between Munnar and Thekkady route.

Equipments for Rock Climbing

Before you go for rock climbing, be very careful to carry essential requirements. Some of these are:

• A tent
• Food and stove
• Warm Clothes
• Appropriate guidebooks
• First aid kit
• Water or water treatment
• Sleeping bag and sleeping pad
• Headlamp
• Climbing gear

Precautions for Rock Climbing

Rock climbing, no doubt is a thrill but it can be dangerous too. So here are some precautions for your safety.

• It is very important to check harnesses
• Check the knots before climbing
• Do not forget to wear a helmet
• Always check the rope
• Use a long rope
• It is very important to bring enough gear
• Climb with a rope over your leg rather than between or behind them
• Be very careful while climbing

Kerala rock climbing filled with thrill and adventure leaves many memories behind to cherish upon.