Masha Gordon has recently become the fastest women to have ever completed the Explorer's Grand Slam, in under 8 months.

This ultimate feat of physical and mental endurance comprises of summiting the highest mountain on each of the seven continents, as well as trekking to both the North and South poles.

* Kilimanjaro - Africa 5,895m

* Vinson Massif - Antarctica 4,892m

* South Pole - Antarctica

* Aconcagua - South America 6,962m

* Carstensz Pyramid - Australasia 4,884m

* Elbrus - Europe 5,642m

* North Pole - Arctic

* Everest - Asia 8,848m

* Denali - North America 6,190m

As a mother of two, Masha wants to inspire other women to take up challenges that were unimaginable to them before, and for girls to take up the practice of outdoor activities to build their self confidence and mental resilience.

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* Grit and Rock

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* Instagram

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