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What Doesn't Kill Us
Scott Carney
How Freezing Water, Extreme Altitude, and Environmental Conditioning Will Renew Our Lost Evolutionary Strength
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What Doesn't Kill Us (2017) investigates the human body’s potential to overcome extreme environmental conditions through engaging with frigid temperatures and high altitudes. It presents a compelling argument for the health benefits of environmental conditioning and the ways it can help individuals reconnect with their evolutionary resilience. By outlining techniques that challenge the body’s comfort, it offers a glimpse into the potential for improved physical and mental fortitude.
About the author
Scott Carney is an investigative journalist and anthropologist whose work blends narrative non-fiction with ethnography. He gained prominence with his best-selling book, What Doesn’t Kill Us, followed by The Wedge, which further explores the body’s capacity to adapt to various forms of stress. Carney’s writings often challenge preconceived notions about human limits and potential, earning him a reputation for immersive, participatory journalism.
Who might enjoy this content?
- Fitness enthusiasts interested in alternative training methods
- Adventure sports athletes and trainers
- Advocates of the paleo lifestyle and diet
