Ash has flown back to China, only two weeks after his three-week speaking tour across Asia for the International Dulwich Colleges.
This time it’s to present at the prestigious TEDx Talk in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province.

You know, as strange as it sounds, training is something I miss most.
I’m currently leaving Dali as I write this and I feel so refreshed due to dedicating that weeks visa run to refuelling my body with all the good stuff and working on body mobility, agility and flexibility. Especially after being stuck in such a fixed position for a long time (trekking with a weighted rucksack constantly strapped to my back).

When originally mapping the route and planning the mission, Yibin seemed such a huge distance away, that I remember not really planning Panzhihua to Yibin in much detail, believing it wouldn't be too difficult. I was wrong and although no way near as tough as the first couple of months, it still had its challenges and this section took me an extra two weeks longer than anticipated.

HEARTBREAK for Ash as he's forced to return back to Zadou, Qinghai after a series of setbacks to #MissionYangtze threatens expedition abortion.

Ash Dykes heads to China ahead of groundbreaking world first along the Yangtze

An exclusive first-hand look into Ash' lifestyle from Martin Lyons (Ash' photographer)

An article by Ash Dykes himself, describing the processes used to stay ahead of the game.

Ash is no stanger to adventure, and in order for him to stay at peak fitness during the times he's planning and preparing for his next expedition, Ash takes full advantage of the local natural opportunities to walk, hike, climb and cross incredibly terrain.

Ash' top three principles that help him attack his goals whilst either on a mission or back at home.