In the latest episode of Superskilled with Eva zu Beck, the adventurous travel vlogger heads to Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania to take on a new challenge: being a high-altitude porter. Joining a team of female porters, Eva learns how these incredible women carry heavy loads up Africa’s tallest mountain, matching the weight of their male counterparts at 20 kilograms (44 pounds).
Despite only recently joining the traditionally male-dominated profession, these female porters show incredible strength, endurance, and resilience. Eva takes on the challenge of replicating their work, learning about altitude adaptation, strength training, and physical technique along the way. This episode showcases the incredible skills and determination of these porters, while also demonstrating that anyone can build up their strength and endurance from scratch.
Superskilled with Eva zu Beck is a four-part series that explores how we can tap into our innate human skills, push our limits, and discover our own capabilities. Through epic challenges and inspiring locals, Eva embarks on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment.
Join Eva on her thrilling adventure as she learns from these remarkable women and pushes herself to new heights in the stunning landscapes of Mount Kilimanjaro. Don’t miss this exciting episode that will leave you feeling inspired and empowered to push your own boundaries.
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