If you’re not used to it, you’re going to need to adjust to the higher altitude once you come visit the Summit County area. Here are five tips for adjusting to high altitude.

1. Give Yourself Time to Adjust

Come in a day or two before you plan to dive into the activities of your trip. If you want to start skiing on Wednesday, try to arrive on Monday. Give your body time to adjust to this new altitude. Our bodies are miraculous things, but they need to be given time to get used to new things – such as the altitude.

2. Don’t Be Too Active

If you’re not used to the altitude you’re at, don’t try to overdo anything. Yes, you can still enjoy a great day of skiing, hiking, or biking – but take it easy! You might not be able to walk as quickly as you can back home where the altitude is lower. You might not want to try all those tricks on the mountain. Your body will need time to adjust, so make sure you’re feeling 100% before you go doing anything that involves your normal activity levels.

3. Get Enough Fluids

Make sure you are drinking plenty of water! This is probably the easiest thing you can do to help with adjusting to high altitude. If you get dehydrated, you’re going to feel the effects of the higher altitude even more. Make sure this doesn’t happen by keeping yourself well hydrated.

4. Get Enough Sleep

Giving your body time to rest will allow you to adjust to the higher altitude more quickly. You may find yourself waking up in the middle of the night more often than you do at home, but that’s just your body’s way of adjusting. Give yourself plenty of zzz’s, and you’ll be able to enjoy your activities each day!

5. Stop Thinking About It

Make sure you are relaxed and calm. People who think about it too much have the hardest time adjusting to high altitude. Stay positive and enjoy every aspect of your vacation! You may be a little uncomfortable, but remember that you are having a great trip! And – if all else fails – look into some altitude sickness supplements.

With these five tips in mind, we know you are are on your way to adjusting to high altitude. We hope you enjoy your stay and that all the comforts of our Breckenridge Rental lodging help you feel like you’re at your home away from home.