Polar Preet, also known as Preet Chandi MBE, is a British Army veteran, physiotherapist, polar explorer, author, and multiple Guinness World Records holder. She made history as the first woman of colour to complete a solo, unsupported expedition to the South Pole, inspiring people worldwide through her courage, resilience, and determination.
Through a series of groundbreaking Antarctic expeditions, Preet has earned multiple Guinness World Records, including records for solo polar exploration and endurance. Her achievements have challenged stereotypes, redefined what is possible, and made her a leading voice on leadership, mental resilience, high performance, and overcoming barriers.
Polar Preet shares her incredible journey from serving in the British Army to conquering some of the most extreme environments on Earth. She discusses the mindset required to succeed under pressure, lessons learned from failure and adversity, and how anyone can push beyond their perceived limits to achieve extraordinary goals.
In this episode:
00:00;00 Introduction & Welcome
00:02:00 The Cost of Ambition & Family Sacrifices
00:05:45 Growing Up, Education & Overcoming Doubts
00:07:05 Joining the British Army & Battling Imposter Syndrome
00:10:30 Overcoming Misconceptions & Cultural Expectations
00:16:30 The Shift: From NHS Physio to Antarctica Goal
00:20:20 First Antarctica Expedition (700 Miles Solo)
00:27:10 The 2nd Expedition: Injury, Pain & Facing Failure
00:36:50 Breaking the Speed Record to the South Pole (3rd Expedition)
00:48:25 Arctic Preparation & Honeymoon in Northern Canada
00:51:45 Face-to-Face with a Polar Bear Attack
00:57:25 Surviving the Arctic & Mental Torment
01:04:50 What’s Next: Book, Presenting & Future Dreams
01:06:55 Bhandwagons’
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