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[quote=Anonymous]I am a heart patient.  My heart rate also climbs up fast. I have been going to places where I have to hike or climb (Macchu Picchu, Galapagos, Amazon)  and I have taken precautions.

1) Dress in loose lightweight clothes that  keeps you fully covered and cool.  Moisture wicking fabrics in trekking pants and shirts will keep you covered and yet very cool.  
2) Compression socks and knee braces if you are obese or out of shape. 
3) Wide rimmed hat, sunglasses and always keep well hydrated.  I avoid gatorade because of the sugar so I carry coconut water from WF with me.  
4) Nitroglycerine tablets on person. 
5) Pace yourself.  Take a lot of breaks. Don't get over heated.  
6) Very well supported shoes. 
7) Comfortable undergarments that are  not tight around chest or stomach. 
8) Make a checklist for all phases of the journey so you feel in control and are not anxious.  
9) Give yourself ample time for everything.  Go on the tortoise pace  not the hare pace. 
10) Come back and do your best to improve your health. Some of the things are in your hand. 
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