The Young Readers Edition of Impossible First chronicles Colin O'Brady's remarkable fifty-four-day solo expedition across Antarctica, highlighting his incredible physical and mental endurance. Drawing on years of preparation and determination, he shares the challenges faced during this record-setting journey. This inspiring tale is ideal for young readers who admire resilience and adventure, making it a compelling choice for fans of motivational sports narratives.
Colin O'Brady's memoir chronicles his remarkable journey from a tragic accident to achieving a historic 932-mile solo crossing of Antarctica. Before December 2018, no one had completed this feat alone, without support, and entirely human-powered. Ten years prior, O'Brady faced uncertainty about his ability to walk normally again. His determination led him to recover and set three mountaineering world records before tackling the Antarctic challenge. The intensity of his quest was heightened by a rivalry with British explorer Captain Louis Rudd, who was also vying to be "the first."
O'Brady braved sub-zero temperatures while pulling a sled that weighed 375 pounds, enduring isolation, whiteouts, storms, and near disasters. For nearly two months, he confronted his fears and doubts in the vast frozen landscape, reflecting on his life and drawing strength from the relationships and experiences that shaped him. This honest and deeply moving narrative, set against extreme environments like Mt. Everest and Antarctica, illustrates how individuals can transcend limits, overcome significant challenges, and discover what truly matters.
"Millions of people dream of living a more fulfilling life, yet many settle for a life of comfortable complacency, allowing excuses and negative thoughts to invade their minds. I don't have enough time...I don't have enough money...I'm afraid to fail...I don't have what it takes--we allow these limiting beliefs to control us. Now comes The 12-Hour Walk, which provides the inspiration--and catalyst--for getting unstuck and realizing your full potential. Featuring life lessons from explorer, endurance athlete, and entrepreneur Colin O'Brady--whose adventures in such extreme places as Antarctica and the perilous Drake Passage and on the peaks of Mount Everest and K2 have seen him establish ten world records--this book's vivid narrative and powerful insight will show you how you can embark on your own life-changing journey. With Colin as your guide, The 12-Hour Walk asks you to invest one day in yourself. The goal? Conquering your mind and becoming your best self. By walking alone, unplugging, listening to the voice within, and rewriting the limiting beliefs etched into your psyche, you can break free of the patterns holding you back and learn how to cultivate a "Possible Mindset"--an empowered way of thinking that unlocks a life of limitless possibilities. The reward: being the hero of your own destiny."--Amazon
