One day Viki saw on TV a crazy competition: Regular people who set out to row across the Atlantic. Right then and there she decided that she wanted to take up this challenge - all to inspire Women across the World to take up sports and beyond.

Tune in to hear the first part of this two part episode, which focuses on Viki's motivation to take up such a challenge, the preparation, mental and strength training, raising 200k pounds in funds, and putting together a team while still working full-time. The story is truly mind-blowing.

(00:00) Introduction and Welcome

(01:07) Meet Victoria Monk: Athlete and Visionary

(02:55) Vicky's Early Life and Love for Sports

(04:05) Challenges and Gender Inequality in Sports

(08:17) Inspiring Girls to Take Up Sports

(17:55) The Atlantic Rowing Challenge

(23:03) Preparing for the Atlantic Challenge

(27:50) Finding the Right Team

(35:03) Building a Strong Team: Psychological and Physical Preparation

(37:53) The Final Team: Individual Strengths and Roles

(47:17) Raising Funds: The Biggest Challenge

(55:44) Training Regimen: Physical and Mental Preparation

(01:03:07) Outro

Follow Viki on IG: @vjmonk

Follow Viki's rowing team on IG: @theresherows

Follow Bruna on IG: @justbrunathings

Follow Fabi on IG: @endurance_fabi

Train with Bruna: www.jornadaendurance.com

[Part 1] Rowing across the Atlantic in 39 days, Empowering Women in and through Sport | Victoria Monk