How to Survive Being a Sherpa

Climbing up Everest again? Just another part of your monthly plan. You’re now working as a professional Sherpa and these steep climbs have become nearly routine for you.

The Sherpas migrated from Eastern Tibet to Nepal, and they have a unique profession. Since more climbers have now managed to summit mountains like Mount Everest, “Sherpas” now refers to the mountain guides that get climbers to the top.

Sherpas live at an average altitude of 4,480 m (14,700 ft), which is inhospitable to most people. But Sherpas aren’t like most of us. These superhumans are genetically adapted to endure these extremely high mountain conditions, and their different physiological traits give them advantages.

How do Sherpas carry so much luggage up a mountain? And how profitable is this career? Check out these tips to survive while being a Sherpa.

00:00 Being a Sherpa
01:31 1. Lift with your head
02:10 2. Go slow
02:52 3. Carry oxygen
03:35 4. Eat rice
04:02 5. Say no

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