Have you ever wondered what makes Sherpas such amazing high altitude climbers? If so, this video will be of interest. It dives deep into the biology behind these superhuman mountaineers, explaining exactly why they perform so well in thin air and seem to thrive in alpine environments. Hint: After living in the Himalaya for thousands of years, they aren’t exactly built like the rest of us. Very interesting stuff.
Kraig is an outdoor and adventure travel writer based in Nashville, TN. Over the course of his career, he has contributed to numerous online and print outlets, including Popular Mechanics, Gear Junkie, Outside Online, National Geographic, Digital Trends, Business Insider, TripSavvy, about.com, and of course The Adventure Blog.
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