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In this episode, Tracee Metcalfe shares her incredible journey of climbing all 14 of the world's highest peaks, reflecting on the challenges, logistics, and emotional significance of her climbs. She discusses the hardest climb, Annapurna, and the meaningful experience of summiting Shisha Pangma after a tragic avalanche. Tracee emphasizes the importance of teamwork with Sherpas, mental resilience, and the role of connectivity during her expeditions. She also opens up about her fear of heights and the techniques she used to manage it throughout her climbing career. In this conversation, Tracee Metcalfe shares her insights on climbing, focusing on the mental and physical preparation required for high-altitude expeditions. She discusses the importance of acknowledging fear, using mantras, and the role of meditation in managing anxiety. Tracee also reflects on her physical training regimen, the challenges of reintegrating into everyday life after expeditions, and the personal growth she has experienced through her climbing journey. She emphasizes the need to inspire others, particularly women, to pursue climbing and shares practical tips for first-time climbers.
Takeaways
Engagement Link
Tracee’s website: https://traceelmetcalfe.com
EMDR therapy: https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/
Overview of 8,000 meter peaks: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eight-thousander
5280: https://www.5280.com/tracee-metcalfe-pursues-the-worlds-highest-mountains/
Ascend Athletics: https://www.ascendathletics.org
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In this episode, Tracee Metcalfe shares her incredible journey of climbing all 14 of the world's highest peaks, reflecting on the challenges, logistics, and emotional significance of her climbs. She discusses the hardest climb, Annapurna, and the meaningful experience of summiting Shisha Pangma after a tragic avalanche. Tracee emphasizes the importance of teamwork with Sherpas, mental resilience, and the role of connectivity during her expeditions. She also opens up about her fear of heights and the techniques she used to manage it throughout her climbing career. In this conversation, Tracee Metcalfe shares her insights on climbing, focusing on the mental and physical preparation required for high-altitude expeditions. She discusses the importance of acknowledging fear, using mantras, and the role of meditation in managing anxiety. Tracee also reflects on her physical training regimen, the challenges of reintegrating into everyday life after expeditions, and the personal growth she has experienced through her climbing journey. She emphasizes the need to inspire others, particularly women, to pursue climbing and shares practical tips for first-time climbers.
Takeaways
Engagement Link
Tracee’s website: https://traceelmetcalfe.com
EMDR therapy: https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/
Overview of 8,000 meter peaks: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eight-thousander
5280: https://www.5280.com/tracee-metcalfe-pursues-the-worlds-highest-mountains/
Ascend Athletics: https://www.ascendathletics.org
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