Paragliding Physiology & Safety Protocols | Dr Matt Wikes Explains: Biophysics in the Art of Flight

Watch this episode on Youtube: Paragliding Atlas - YouTube (youtube.com/@ParaglidingAtlas)A talk with one of the most learned pilots in modern times, Dr Matt Wikes has time and again shared his wisdom on how to fly better. In this episode we uncover the scenarios for staying safe and the science behind them. Brain-body connection at 3000mtrs & beyond, health hazards, optimal nutritioning, adrenalin, confidence and much more. We speak about: – Why paragliding physiology is different– Nutrition: complex carbs vs. sweets– Hypoxia: your personal "hypoxic signature"– Cold hands and oxygen demand– Body type, ballast, and submarine – Reserve parachute research (zip line, G-force simulator)– First aid in remote settings– Adrenaline, confidence, and the "don't just stand there" trap🌍Soaring High Resources: Elevate Your Aerial Pursuits Want to go beyond the episode? Join me on Patreon for, behind the scenes access to production, never before released audio clips, digital downloads, a voice in the show's future and a weekly newsletter on Flight Safety (patreon.com/cw/ParaglidingAtlas) ⁠💫The content I can't stop braggin about 😝 ⁠⁠ Instagram⁠ (instagram.com/anindersingh13)📭 Email your AMA questions: aninder@paraglidingatlas.com