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Part 4 of our Kilimanjaro Mini-Series dives into moderation, the rest, recovery and walking pace that made successfully summiting Kilimanjaro possible. Martin shares how the team managed energy on the Machame route (Machame → Shira → Barranco → Karanga → Barafu → Mweka), why they skipped a higher camp after summit night to sleep at a lower altitude for better recovery, and how simple routines (tea breaks, gear prep, nightly briefings) created calm in a high-stress environment.

In this podcast:

🏔️ Sleeping at altitude: Why descending to sleep lower accelerates recovery

🏔️ Hydration & Eating at altitude: staying fueled with a suppressed appetite

🏔️ Social recovery: How camaraderie boosts mindset and resilience on long expeditions and in business

🏔️ Digital detox: slowing down to de-stress and focus on one clear daily objective

🏔️How moderation habits create better performance in business and life

👉 If you’re always “on,” this episode shows why slowing down strategically is the fastest way to go further both in life and at work.

📍 This episode is part of a 6-part Kilimanjaro series, covering mindset, meals, movement, moderation, monitoring, and the method that made the climb possible.

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In this powerful episode of our Certain to Change series, host Martin Sharp is joined by Dr Alka Patel, a renowned longevity & lifestyle medicine doctor and founder of the Million Hour Club. With a mission to help high-performing individuals live longer and stronger, Dr Patel shares her own transformation from a traditional GP to a data-driven pioneer in preventative health.

Drawing on her personal journey through burnout, international travel and a life-changing meeting with a 106-year-old, she offers practical insights and inspiring tools to help you take control of your biological age, build resilience and utilise technology to optimise your health.

This episode is a must-listen for busy professionals, business owners and change-makers looking to take action now to create a healthier, high-performance future.

In this episode, we explore:

👩‍⚕️The difference between prevention and cure

👩‍⚕️How to measure and control your biological age

👩‍⚕️The connection between lifestyle data and real decision-making

👩‍⚕️Why burnout signals are often ignored until it’s too late

👩‍⚕️Dr Alka's Million Hour Club'

👩‍⚕️Tips on metabolism testing and nerve stimulation

👩‍⚕️Breathing tips for stress management

👩‍⚕️How to align purpose, habits and health for longevity

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In Part 3 of our Kilimanjaro Mini-Series, Martin Sharp explores the vital role of movement and physical preparation in conquering Africa’s highest peak. From marathon training and UK three-peak challenges to the reality of a 7-day trek up Kilimanjaro, including steep rocky ascents and scree-filled descents, this episode shows how consistent training translates into success at the summit.

Discover in this podcast episode:

🏔️Why learning to move on tired legs was essential for summit night

🏔️How resistance training built the strength to tackle 1,200m ascents

🏔️The importance of stretching, flexibility, and recovery at altitude

🏔️What walking by head torch at night teaches us about focus and resilience

🏔️How the movement from climbing Kilimanjaro apply to everyday business and life performance

👉 Whether you’re climbing mountains or pushing through challenges at work, these movement strategies prove that strength + endurance = resilience + success.

📍 This episode is part of a 6-part Kilimanjaro series, covering mindset, meals, movement, moderation, monitoring, and the method that made the climb possible.

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In episode 2 of our Kilimanjaro Mini Series, Martin Sharp dives into the meals and nutrition that fueled his climb to the roof of Africa. From burning 3,000–4,000 calories a day on steep ascents, to staying mentally sharp with a balanced diet, to the magic of Peter, the best mountain chef in Tanzenia (yes, cucumber soup at altitude was on the menu!), this episode explores how food fuels both body and mind on these expeditions.

Discover:

🏔️ Why eating enough on the mountain can be the difference between success and failure

🏔️ How nutrition impacts not just physical performance but also mindset and resilience

🏔️ The role of snacks, habits and hydration in high-altitude endurance

🏔️ How high altitude fueling strategies compare to marathon training and other business strategies

Whether you’re climbing mountains or tackling daily challenges in business, these lessons show how fueling right leads to performing right.

📍 This episode is part of a 6-part Kilimanjaro series, covering mindset, meals, movement, moderation, monitoring, and the method that made the climb possible.

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In this first episode of our Kilimanjaro Mini Series, Martin Sharp shares the raw, real experience of climbing the world’s highest free-standing mountain in Tanzania, Africa, where mindset became the ultimate test.

Even with months of preparation through marathon training, 3 peak challenges, and endurance conditioning, the brutal reality of altitude sickness and blackouts on summit night set in. Martin reveals how resilience, trust in his team, and mental stamina made the impossible possible.

You’ll discover:

🏔️Why mindset is the catalyst to success when pushing past limits

🏔️How past struggles, such as obesity, strength building, and marathon training, prepared Martin mentally for the mountain

🏔️The role of rituals, routines and trust in maintaining focus under extreme pressure and lack of consciousness

🏔️What summit night really feels like at 5,500m+ with oxygen saturation dropping and consciousness fading

🏔️How lessons from Kilimanjaro apply directly to business, health and personal transformation

👉 Whether you’re climbing your own “mountain” in business or in life, this story will inspire you to keep taking the next step, even when it feels impossible.

📍 This episode is part of a 6-part Kilimanjaro series, covering mindset, meals, movement, moderation, monitoring, and the method that made the climb possible.

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How do you really know if you're making progress? In this episode, Martin and Dom unpack the fifth pillar in Dom’s transformation journey, Monitoring.

From tracking gym gains and climbing grades to noticing changes in sleep, energy and feedback from others, Dom shares how a flexible, personalised approach to monitoring has shaped his consistency, confidence and performance. This is about analysis, paying attention to what works.

Whether you're a high-performing professional, business owner or just wanting a lifestyle change, this episode will help you rethink how you measure success and stay on track without burning out.

In this episode, we explore:

📈How Dom uses tracking (and intuition) to measure growth

📈Balancing data, self-awareness and feelings

📈Why writing things down might help — and when it won’t

📈How overtraining, recovery and life events affect performance

📈The impact of tweaking for better results

📈How body image feedback and comments become unexpected metrics

📈Why monitoring progress should be practical, not obsessive

📈The importance of tracking, consistency matters

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In this Fit for Business and Life conversation, Martin Sharp is joined by his accountant of 16 years, Mark Overend of Ascentis accountants. More than just balancing books, Mark and his team specialise in giving business owners confidence, clarity and peace of mind about their finances, while also guiding them to make smarter decisions for growth and stability.

From the early days of Martin starting his own business, through recessions, growth phases and strategy pivots, Mark has been a trusted advisor and sounding board. Together they explore:

🏦 Financial mastery

🏦 The role of management accounts and cashflow forecasting

🏦 Common financial mistakes that put business owners at risk

🏦 How to use cloud accounting tools for real-time insights

🏦 Preparing for growth, exits or even family succession planning

🏦 Why advisory accountants are valuable

Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur or consultant, this episode is packed with real-world insights on how to create not only a sustainable business but also one that supports the life you want.

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In this running special, host Martin Sharp welcomes back Dr Alka Patel to the podcast, she is a longevity and lifestyle medicine doctor and founder of the Million Hour Club. They take a deep dive into the connection between running, mindset and performance.

Martin reflects on his journey from non-runner to marathon finisher, and how Dr Patel’s data-driven health strategies transformed his energy levels, recovery and resilience. Together, they explore how precision testing, tailored nutrition and mindset shifts can help you perform better.

This episode is a must-listen for busy professionals, business owners and high achievers who want to apply elite running principles to their business and personal performance.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

🏃‍♂️How to measure, reverse and protect your biological age

🏃‍♂️The role of youth span in sustaining long-term energy and performance

🏃‍♂️How small tweaks in nutrition can be game-changing

🏃‍♂️Why cortisol management is key for runners and business leaders alike

🏃‍♂️The science of sleep, stress and strategic recovery

🏃‍♂️How to choose the right health tech

Connect with Dr Alka Patel

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In this special episode of the Fit Life Podcast, host Martin is joined by co-host and world traveller Dominic to talk about Martin's upcoming adventure to climb Mount Kilimanjaro.

With marathon training still fresh in Martin’s legs, the pair explore how endurance, preparation and mindset all come together when facing one of the world’s great trekking challenges. From kit lists and altitude strategy to lessons in resilience and saying “yes” to opportunities, this conversation is a blend of practical preparation and inspiration for both adventurers and business professionals.

For anyone curious about how the discipline of running and endurance sport translates into tackling bucket-list goals, this episode is packed with insights and real-world lessons.

In this episode, we cover:

⛰️ How marathon training builds endurance

⛰️ Turning anxiety into excitement when facing big challenges

⛰️ Kit list, hydration, nutrition and first aid for long climbs

⛰️ Timing, opportunity and serendipity

⛰️ Lessons from adventure that apply to business resilience and growth

This episode is perfect for busy professionals, business owners and consultants who want to understand how mindset, preparation and consistency create success in both adventure and business — and who are inspired by the idea of taking on their own “Kilimanjaro moment.”

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In this new episode of the Fit For Life Podcast, co-host Dominic opens up about the often-overlooked pillar of personal performance, Moderation. From bad habits like late-night scrolling to navigating lifestyle demands in this busy world, Dom shares how he’s learning to rest, recover and recalibrate, without losing momentum.

Moderation isn’t about doing less. It’s about doing what matters at the right time, to maintain the optimum energy, confidence and focus.

Whether you're a business owner, consultant or professional managing high workloads and ambitious goals, this episode explores how to create balance without burnout.

We explore:

🔥Why moderation matters for energy, performance and long-term success

🔥How Dom defines rest

🔥The impact of sleep, screens, alcohol and overstimulation on recovery

🔥Reframing the real values of eating, sleeping and habits

🔥Anxiety vs. excitement: understanding the nervous system’s signals

🔥Simple daily resets (like coffee breaks and walks) that change everything

🔥How resting builds clarity, productivity and resilience

For busy business leaders ready to live even more healthier, happier and higher-achieving lives.

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