In this episode of the Team Forces Podcast, we meet Jonny Huntington - former Army officer, cross-country skier, and record-setting South Pole explorer. After suffering a life-altering brain injury just eight weeks after commissioning, Jonny was left with significant physical disabilities and faced immense psychological challenges.

Refusing to accept defeat, Jonny forged a new path through adaptive sport and expeditionary endurance, becoming the first disabled person to complete a solo, unsupported expedition to the South Pole. He discusses resilience, mental health, and the incredible mindset needed to triumph over adversity - on and off the ice!

Jonny's Website: https://www.jonnyhuntington.com/

Connect with Jonny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonnyhuntington/?originalSubdomain=uk

Find out more about the work that we do on the official Team Forces website: https://teamforces.org/

In this episode of the Team Forces Podcast, Heledd speaks with Paul Fullick, a remarkable individual whose journey through adversity has been nothing short of inspirational. He faced immense obstacles and emerged stronger, proving the power of resilience and determination.

Join us as we discuss Paul's achievements and the valuable lessons learned along the way. He shares insights on mental toughness, teamwork, and the unbreakable spirit that drives him forward—offering motivation for UK forces personnel and beyond.

Paul's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.fullick.racing/

Paul's Team Brit Page: https://teambrit.co.uk/drivers/paul-fullick/

Find out more about the work that we do on the official Team Forces website: https://teamforces.org/

In this episode of the Team Forces Podcast, Heledd chats with Zara Lachlan, the first female to row solo from Europe to mainland South America, and the youngest person ever to complete this epic journey.

A former cyclist and rower with no prior experience at sea, Zara took on this extraordinary challenge with just a few months of training. Battling relentless headwinds, isolation, and being bitten by a Barracuda, she pushed through moments of doubt, proving that resilience and mindset are everything.

Zara shares the highs and lows of her record-breaking journey, from near-misses with cargo ships to surreal hallucinations and unexpected encounters with sharks. She reflects on the mental toughness needed to keep going, the power of gratitude, and how this adventure has shaped her as she prepares to join the British Army.

Find out more about the work that we do on the official Team Forces website: https://teamforces.org/