Man Sets Guinness World Record for Climbing the Height of Mount Everest at Home

In a remarkable feat, Sean Greasley has secured a Guinness World Record by climbing the equivalent height of Mount Everest—right from the comfort of his Las Vegas home. Over the course of nearly 23 hours, Greasley ascended and descended the stairs of his residence, ultimately covering a total distance of 29,031 feet and 5.5 inches.

Greasley now holds the title for the fastest individual to climb the height of Everest on stairs, completing the challenge in an impressive 22 hours, 55 minutes, and 2 seconds, as confirmed by Guinness World Records.

“I decided to break this record because nobody has done this before, especially not from sea level,” Greasley explained. He added that his motivation was to raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention. “As we were nearing the end of COVID-19, I was facing significant mental health challenges, which is why this cause is very close to my heart.”

His record attempt, livestreamed on YouTube from September 3 to 4, 2021, utilized innovative technology to track his progress. Greasley employed a software system that integrated a USB number pad, allowing him to monitor the number of floors climbed during the event.

The setup not only tracked his progress but also updated the livestream, played sounds, and showcased goals, including iconic landmarks like London’s Tower Bridge. Additionally, Greasley incorporated cameras and microphones to capture his activity at various points, such as the top and bottom of the stairs, and to facilitate live interactions with donors and participants.

Greasley introduced unique rules for his climb, one of which prohibited him from using the banister. “You wouldn’t have that on Everest,” he noted in a press release. After completing his last lap, he humorously declared he wasn’t finished yet, stating, “One more victory lap,” as he ascended the stairs again.

Although he only recently received confirmation from Guinness regarding the verification of his record, Greasley successfully raised $409.85 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention during his challenge in 2021.

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