Climbing is extremely dangerous. Every time a climber goes climbing he is putting himself at risk. However, the risk of climbing can be decreased by having the right knowledge and understanding of the sport. Almost all of the injuries or deaths in cl...
I believe you're climbing a glacier, although some people do climb icebergs. You need someone who is experienced to take you up there. Bottom line. Ask that person how to train for it, but stairs with a pack is a good bet.
I think I always liked climbing. I was raised in Indiana though so I climbed on jungle gyms and things. In Jr. High I moved to Colorado and began climbing mountains. I have climbed all 54 peaks higher than 14,000 feet in Colorado (called the 14ers) a...