This week Gabby Reece talks with jiu-jitsu and self defense coach Cesalina Gracie. Cesalina shares her incredible journey of resilience and determination as she prepared to climb Mount Everest in just six weeks! She discusses the emotional and physical challenges she faced, the importance of mindset, and the rigorous training regimen she undertook. Cesalina emphasizes the significance of nutrition, mental preparation, and the role of coaching in overcoming obstacles. Through her experiences, she highlights the lessons learned from the mountain and the power of self-belief in achieving seemingly impossible goals.

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Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Resilience

02:56 Facing the Challenge of Everest

06:10 Training for the Summit

09:08 Mindset and Mental Preparation

12:06 Nutrition and Physical Conditioning

15:00 Overcoming Physical and Emotional Barriers

18:01 Lessons from the Mountain

20:56 The Importance of Posture

23:59 Building Strength and Endurance

26:55 The Role of Coaching

29:52 Pushing Through Pain and Doubt

32:49 The Power of the Mind

35:55 Experiencing the Kumbu Icefall

38:45 Reflections on Life and Choices

46:45 The Mental and Physical Aspects of Training

49:07 Finding Relaxation in Stressful Situations

51:58 Advocating for Yourself in Critical Moments

56:31 The Power of Faith and Intuition

01:01:21 Navigating Gender Dynamics in Mountaineering

01:06:51 The Importance of Experience and Team Dynamics

01:12:03 Self-Sabotage and Overcoming Fear

01:18:32 Building Self-Esteem to Combat Self-Sabotage

01:28:22 The Impact of Support and Encouragement

01:31:13 The Importance of Caring in Coaching

01:32:22 The Journey to the Summit

01:34:29 The Duality of Achievement and Loss

01:37:05 The Descent: A Different Perspective

01:39:37 Post-Climb Reflections and Healing

01:40:52 Finding Love After Everest

01:44:02 Empowering Women Through Awareness

01:46:51 Building an Online Presence

01:49:01 Transformative Impact of Social Media

01:56:32 Modeling Behavior for the Next Generation

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