One of my biggest concerns about attempting to reach the top of Mount Kilimanjaro at 19,341 feet (5,895 meters) has been my capacity to adjust to high altitude. I mentioned this in related posts here and here.
I live fairly close to sea level, where oxygen abounds. To help me adjust to an altitude with less oxygen available, I spent six days with friends who live at over 8,000 feet (2,438 meters). I also did some hiking, biking and running at higher altitudes. I’ve returned to sea level, and with just a few days remaining before the climb, I feel ready to go!
I live fairly close to sea level, where oxygen abounds. To help me adjust to an altitude with less oxygen available, I spent six days with friends who live at over 8,000 feet (2,438 meters). I also did some hiking, biking and running at higher altitudes. I’ve returned to sea level, and with just a few days remaining before the climb, I feel ready to go!
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