Erik Weihenmayer
About Erik Weihenmayer
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Shattering Expectations.
Erik Weihenmayer inspires audiences to have the vision to dream big, the courage to reach for near impossible goals, and the grit, determination, and ingenuity to transform our lives into something extraordinary. Weihenmayer’s daring adventures have shattered people’s perceptions all over the world about what is humanly possible. As a blind mountain climber, he has faced one of the most arduous tasks man can attempt, with a unique impediment that turned out to be a special gift. He defines vision as “an internal compass guiding us through the storm,” and gives new poignancy to the concept of seeing.
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Trailblazer Erik Weihenmayer Finds Blindness No Barrier To Adventure
Erik Weihenmayer has become a celebrated and accomplished athlete despite losing his vision at the age of 13. Redefining what it means to be blind, Erik has transformed the image of blindness and opened up the minds of people around the world. On May 25, 2001, Erik became the first blind climber in history to reach the summit of the world’s highest mountain, Mount Everest.
How Did a Blind Man Climb Yosemite's El Capitan in a Day?
On September 26, 2016, Erik Weihenmayer became the first blind person to climb El Capitan in a day (24 hours or less). He was accompanied by an elite team ...
'All of us in a way are climbing blind' - CNN.com
Erik Weihenmayer is redefining what it means to be blind. He's breaking down barriers in his own life and helping others do the same.
Erik Weihenmayer: The only way to climb Everest is to go do it
Erik Weihenmayer hasn't let his blindness stop him from climbing the tallest peaks on every continent.
Blind adventurer relies on his ears and a guide to ski - TODAY.com
Eric Weihenmayer (left) and his ski guide, Jeff Ulrich (right), take a spin on the slopes in Vail. Weihenmayer is one of the world's most accomplished blind ...
Books by Erik Weihenmayer
“The Adversity Advantage: Turning Everyday Struggles into Everyday Greatness” (2010)
“Touch the Top of the World: A Blind Man's Journey to Climb Farther than the Eye Can See: My Story” (2002)
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