Mind Over Mountain
Synopsis
29,000 feet is the altitude Richard Parks aims to reach on Mount Everest while climbing without supplemental oxygen to study its effects on brain health.
Synopsis
Richard Parks prepares for his ascent of Mount Everest, aiming to reach the summit at 8,848 meters without supplemental oxygen. Accompanied by a team from the University of Exeter, he seeks to gather data on how extreme altitude affects cognitive function. Parks, a former rugby player turned extreme athlete, believes that his experience could provide insights into preventing dementia. The expedition also includes a climb of Kalanag, where Parks tests his physical limits while contributing to ongoing research on brain health and exercise.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Follow Richard Parks as he climbs Everest without supplemental oxygen.
- See how extreme altitude may unlock secrets to dementia prevention.
- Meet Nikki Phillips, Parks' performance director on the expedition.
Did You Know
- Richard Parks skied to both the North and South Poles in 197 days.
- Mount Everest's summit is over 29,000 feet high with only a third of sea level oxygen.
- Dementia is the fastest growing illness in the western world.
- Parks believes acclimatization can improve cognition, not just offset decline.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What record did Richard Parks set in 197 days?
Richard Parks skied to the North and South Poles and climbed to the top of the highest peak on every continent, setting a new world record.
How much oxygen is available at the summit of Mount Everest compared to sea level?
At more than 29,000 feet, there is just a third of the oxygen available at sea level.
What is the fastest growing illness in the western world?
Dementia is the fastest growing illness in the western world.
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