Seven Summits Project
ClimbHard$$$$365 days8,849m summitSpring, Summer, WinterBe the first
What it takes
Climbing the highest peak on each continent — Kilimanjaro (Africa), Elbrus (Europe), Denali (North America), Aconcagua (South America), Vinson (Antarctica), Carstensz Pyramid (Oceania), and Everest (Asia) — is a multi-year, life-defining mountaineering project. Each summit demands different skills, fitness, and logistics.
Injury Prevention for This Adventure
These are the most common injuries for climb athletes over 50. A few minutes of targeted prehab each week can keep you on track.