It’s a loooooong way up…

And the steps go to the left for a while then to the right until the top. Oxygen is optional;-)
I’m a bit (very) unfit so I didn’t risk it because I’m not ready to cark it just yet. And that is my saying for today…
The slang phrase "cark it" meaning "to die" is believed to have originated in Australia in the 1970s. While its precise etymology is debated, it's likely a shortened and figurative use of the word "carcass," with the added "it" possibly implying the state of being a carcass. The phrase is also sometimes linked to the imitative sound of a crow's caw, which is "cark" in some Australian dialects.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Australian Origin:
The phrase "cark it" is primarily associated with Australian slang and is thought to have emerged in the 1970s.
Possible Carcass Connection:
One theory suggests that "cark it" is a shortened form of "carcass," with "it" referring to the state of being a dead body.
Imitative Origin:
Another theory proposes that "cark" might be related to the sound "caw," which is how crows are said to call, and the phrase "cark it" could be an imitative expression for death.

It's important to note that "cark" also exists as a verb meaning "to worry" or "to be burdened," but the slang "cark it" is believed to be unrelated to this older usage.
Widespread Use:
While originating in Australia, the phrase has become more widely understood and used in other English-speaking regions, including the UK, particularly since the 1980s.