1. Always walk at your own pace: Don't overexert yourself by pushing too hard, as this will drain your energy quickly and result in the opposite of what you want — achieving less by trying to go faster. If hiking with a grouphiking, it’s best to find a companion who walks at a similar speed.

　　2. Scientifically assess your physical fitness: During your first few hikes, it’s best to focus on walking for several hours rather than planning to cover a certain distance. After getting a sense of your capabilities through these initial outings, you can gradually increase the intensity of your hikes.

　　3. Don’t just focus on moving forward and miss the scenery around you: Whenhikingoutdoors, improving your fitness is just one of the goals. Don’t push yourself excessively for the sake of so-called “self-mortification.” Overexertion can sometimes do more harm than good. Remember, the ideal hiking pace is one that allows you to sustain yourself throughout the day.

　　4. Learn the technique of restful walking: Everyone has their own way of walking. During a hike, use a method that feels comfortable for you so that your energy is used in a scientifically effective way.

　　5. “Eat and drink more” while hiking: Eating and drinking more doesn’t mean overindulging. Eating too much might actually prevent you from walking at all. Here, “more” refers to the frequency of eating and drinking. Hiking causes significant loss of body heat, so it's important to replenish fluids and food in a timely manner to maintain energy. Before climbing a steep slope, drink a bit more water. On hot days with heavy sweating, consider adding a little salt to your drinking water.

　　6. Pay attention to resting scientifically during the hike: Generally, take a 10-minute break after every 50 minutes of walking. You can adjust this based on your personal condition.
Mountaintrekking poles
　　“The superior man is not different from others; he is just good at making use of things.Using equipment appropriately can sometimes yield twice the result with half the effort. For outdoor enthusiasts, having two trekking poles during a hike can bring a lot of convenience.
　　1. It’s best to have two professional trekking poles that are adjustable, portable, and shock-absorbing. If you don’t have them, you can also improvise using branches or sticks.
　　2. When walking on uneven mountain paths, trekking poles help maintain your balance and prevent falls or stumbles.
　　3. When crossing rivers, trekking poles provide an extra point of support, helping you stay balanced in fast-moving and slippery waters.
　　4. When going uphill, trekking poles can assist your steps, and when going downhill, they help reduce knee impact and minimize bodily strain.
　　5. On mountain paths with bushes, where snakes might be present, you can use trekking poles to probe ahead and scare off snakes.
　　6. Even if you’re not part of the Beggar Sect, having trekking poles is like having a stick to ward off dogs. When passing through villages, you can use them to deal with stray dogs.
　　7. During breaks, you can use trekking poles to prop up a ground mat and create a simple sunshade.
　　8. In winter, when walking under snow-laden low trees, you can use trekking poles to knock snow off the branches so it doesn’t fall on you.
　　9. Some trekking poles can also double as camera monopods. If you enjoy photography during your hikes, these poles are a great choice.

Know Your Location and Direction
　　Safety is the top priority for a relaxed and safe hike. Getting lost in the wilderness is no small matter. To avoid getting lost, besides hiking with experienced leaders or guides, every participant should stay alert and keep track of their location and direction. If there are many such attentive “navigators” in your group, you’ll generally be able to find your way back even if you get lost.
　　1. As you move forward, always pay attention to prominent natural landmarks such as rivers, lakes, cliffs, or uniquely shaped peaks. These clear markers can help you find your way back if you get lost.
　　2. Most areas we hike in have local people moving about. You can judge the right path based on the size of trails or signs of frequent foot traffic. If you’re on a popular route, look out for trail markers left by other hikers.
　　3. If you’re not carrying a compass, you can use the position and length of your shadow in combination with the time of day to estimate your approximate direction of travel when the sun is out.
　　4. When hiking, it's best to bring a watch so you have a clear sense of time and know how much distance you still have to cover.
　　5. The time of sunset varies in a predictable way for each region. You can ask locals about the local sunset time and look for a campsite or prepare to rest accordingly. Try to avoid hiking at night as much as possible.