Trekking Solo to the North and South Poles with Preet Chandi

Preet Chandi, a polar explorer and former British Army medical officer, recounts her journey from running marathons to undertaking extreme Arctic expeditions. Initially dismissive of Antarctica, Chandi was later inspired to pursue a solo, unsupported crossing, driven by a desire to challenge her limits and inspire others. She details the financial and physical challenges of training, including a costly and unsuccessful Greenland expedition. Despite setbacks, Chandi achieved a solo expedition to the South Pole, becoming the first woman of color to do so. She also recounts a disastrous second trip and her subsequent record-breaking speed record to the South Pole. Looking ahead, Chandi is preparing for a challenging solo trek to the North Pole, highlighting the significant differences in terrain and the inherent dangers compared to Antarctica.