EPISODE 102: LESSONS IN COLD EXPOSURE, BREATH CONTROL & MENTAL TOUGHNESS FROM CLIMBING KILIMANJARO

Mount Kilimanjaro—a dormant volcano in Tanzania and the highest mountain in Africa. Around 35,000 to 40,000 people attempt to climb this mountain each year. But, the question is, how many people are able to reach the summit (Uhuru Peak)? Join Kristin in this episode, as she brings together a panel of extraordinary individuals—David Yeaman, his partner Almeiri Santos, and trainer Cody Decker—who took on this near-20,000-foot summit, pushing their limits and redefining what’s possible. Discover how cold exposure, breath control, and sheer determination shaped their journeys, and why the Swahili phrase "Pole Pole" (slowly, slowly) holds the key to conquering not just Kilimanjaro, but any challenge we set our minds to. This episode isn’t just about a mountain—it’s about the mountains we all face in life. Whether it’s sports performance, career stress, or personal transformation, the tools of breath, cold, and mindset can change the game. Learn how to build resilience, train for endurance, and tap into your body’s true potential. If you’re looking for the insight and motivation to live a healthy, happy life, this episode is for you.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• What were the main physical and mental challenges faced by the climbers during their journey to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro?
• How did the support system, including porters and guides, contribute to the success of the climbers’ expedition?
• What role did breathwork, cold exposure, meditation and mindfulness play in helping the climbers overcome physical and mental challenges during the ascent?

KEY TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) - Climbing Our Own Mountains

(03:00) - Training for the Summit

(09:00) - The Physical and Mental Struggles

(12:00) - The Emotional Toll

(16:00) – The Role of Porters: Unsung Heroes

(23:00) – The Power of 'Pole Pole' (Slowly, Slowly)

(30:00) – The Mental Game on Summit Night

(37:00) – The Thorn, The Rose, The Bud

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KEY TOPICS DISCUSSED:

WELLPOWER, Kristin Weitzel, biohacking, health and wellness, women’s health, cold exposure, breathwork, scientific research, climbing Kilimanjaro, Sherpa Breath and Cold, breath and cold certification, breathing performance, cold and heat therapy, wellbeing, mental wellbeing, anxiety, stress, resilience, porter, Pole Pole, Swahili, thorn, rose, bud, Kilimanjaro, altitude, summit, Cody Decker, Almeiri, David Yeaman

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