262: Rise and Climb: Meredith's Kilimanjaro Expedition

Rise and Run · Oct 1, 2026 · 2h 8m · transcript

Meredith didn’t just “add hills” to her training plan, she went to Tanzania and climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, a 19,600 foot summit that turns every step into a decision. We talk through what it really takes: building aerobic fitness at sea level, practicing patience with “pole pole” pacing, and showing up with the right gear and the right expectations when altitude is the variable you cannot fully control. If you’ve ever wondered how runners can transition into big hikes and endurance adventures, her play-by-play makes it feel possible and real.

We also connect the mountain lessons back to…