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Everest Base Camp Trek Days 12 to 18
Day 12 Yesterday I made it to Everest Base Camp which was amazing and exhausting. Last night it was -21 outside and not much warmer inside, even the yaks were cold. I slept well even though I was freezing, I put everything I had on that was dry to stay as warm as possible. After…
Read MoreEverest Base Camp Trek Days 8 to 11
Day 8 At the Sherpa village in Phorte Gaon the sunrise is something to see so we all got up earlier to witness this. Unfortunately the weather did not comply for the photo. Today was a hard Trekking day the weather warmed up which was fantastic and the views from the trail rewarded you for…
Read MoreEverest Base Camp Trek Days 1 to 7
My trek is finally Here, after the training and weight loss, equipment buying and testing I embarked on my first solo adventure to Everest Base Camp. This is a 20 year dream and the first time I have travelled on my own in 52 years. Let’s go! Days 1 to 7 of my Epic Trip…
Read MoreMount Everest: Personal Goals and Business Development: Project 99
I have committed to going to Everest Base Camp! I have booked to fly out to Kathmandu on Tuesday 17th March 2026 to Start my Everest Base Camp Trek. This gives me 149 Days to prepare myself and my Business for the adventure! Over the last 2 years I have been on a emotional rollercoaster…
Read MoreMy Hip Replacement Journey Weeks 3 and 4
Week 3 The last few days have been great, I have recovered from the long Journey. Its great not having stairs, but I have to practice steps this week as when I go home, I have no en-suite and I will have to use the stairs for the bathroom. Day 15 I need to evaluate…
Read MoreMy Hip Replacement Journey Week 2
Week 2 7 days post-surgery is significant, as general things are becoming easier and some challenges you have overcome. You have a general system of the day but I knew I needed to push. I had only done short walks outside mainly due to the weather and wanted to get out and do more. I…
Read MoreMy Hip Replacement Journey Week 1
Always a lot happier when the surgery is done and you are recovering Week 1 – The First Day is Very Intense I have had osteoarthritis for 22 years in both of my hips. I had my left hip resurfaced 12 years ago at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in Birmingham. I have recently had my…
Read MoreAbout Stephen Grinnell
Why I do It, About Me…Stephen Grinnell My mission is to help as many people as I can be pain free with improved mobility. I am a specialist in 3 areas of Plantar Fasciitis, Lower back pain and Knee/Knee replacement. I know what it is like to live with joint pain after serving with the…
Read MorePlantar Fasciitis Where it all Started
Many of you will know why I started in health and rehabilitation. My frustration with finding answers to health and rehabilitation problems started 30 years ago. I was injured on active duty with the Royal Marines and developed Osteo-Arthritis. 30 Years Later a replacement hip 20 years ago and one 8 years ago, I’ve had…
Read MoreMount Everest: Personal Goals and Business Development
I have committed to going to Everest Base Camp! I have booked to fly out to Kathmandu on Tuesday 17th March 2026 to Start my Everest Base Camp Trek. This gives me 149 Days to prepare myself and my Business for the adventure! Over the last 2 years I have been on a emotional rollercoaster…
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