Alex Staniforth
Alex Staniforth is a record-breaking adventurer, ultra-endurance athlete, international keynote speaker, author and charity founder from Chester, who is no stranger to overcoming challenges.
By the age of 19 he had already survived the two most significant disasters in Mount Everest history, in two consecutive years. However, his biggest mountains have been within: overcoming epilepsy, bullying, mental ill health and a stammer since childhood.
Alex has never allowed adversity to become his identity – only an opportunity to discover his potential and inspire others.
He is the fastest person to climb all 100 UK county tops – covering 5,000 miles by human power in 72 days. He has raised over £100,000 for charity, winning the Pride of Britain Granada Reports Fundraiser of the Year 2017 and a Points of Light award from the Prime Minister in 2023.
Alex has authored two books ‘Icefall’ and ‘Another Peak’, and in 2020 founded a mental health charity, Mind Over Mountains, to restore mental well-being through nature.
Alex’s 3 mindset messages:
- I shall either find a way or make one
- The biggest risk is staying in Base Camp
- We can’t choose our challenges, only our mindset
Food
Alex shared with me that he loves seafood and Thai cuisine. After careful consideration and research, I decided to prepare a light yet incredibly flavourful fish dish.
I discovered a wonderful recipe for steamed sizzling fish that I felt compelled to test beforehand. When I served it to my family, they were amazed by how much flavour this seemingly simple dish delivered and immediately requested it become part of our regular weekly menu. I complemented the fish with fragrant rice and a refreshing Asian spinach salad.
After tasting it, Alex remarked that he had never experienced cod prepared so deliciously and thoroughly enjoyed every bite. Seeing his genuine appreciation made the effort truly worthwhile! :
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