Human Limits on the Mount Everest Summit
The Mount Everest summit is a stage for breaking records. From speed climbs to age-defying feats, these records define the history of Everest expeditions.
Lakpa Gelu Sherpa climbed from Base Camp to the summit in just over 10 hours. For normal climbers, this takes 4 days. The physical capacity of Sherpas on Everest trekking routes is unmatched.
Yuichiro Miura of Japan summited at age 80. Jordan Romero of the USA summited at age 13. These records inspire trekkers of all ages to attempt the Everest Base Camp trek.
Kami Rita Sherpa holds the record for the most summits (approaching 30!). His dedication highlights the role of Sherpas as the true masters of the Mount Everest expedition.
These records prove that with determination, the human body can achieve the impossible on the roof of the world.
