What’s Your Current Altitude?

Drawing from my experiences climbing the Seven Summits, including Mount Everest, I’ve developed a unique way to assess my physical and mental state by thinking of it as “altitude.” At higher “altitudes,” like 6,000m or 7,000m, fatigue and foggy thinking become warning signs to slow down and focus on recovery. In this episode, I share how I combine this mindset with exercise routines, like swimming and running, as barometers for my health. I also emphasize the importance of rest—sleep, nutrition, and pacing—to keep your “altitude” manageable. The key takeaway? You don’t need to climb mountains to benefit from a personal system like this. By creating your own “health barometer,” you can better tune into your body’s needs, prevent burnout, and maintain long-term balance in your life.