172: 60 Days ALONE in Antarctica — What He Discovered Will Shock You - POE

This episode is part of the POE series, where we talk to entrepreneurs who have already passed the million-dollar mark.

In November 2024, Akshay Nanavati set out to do what no one had ever attempted before…

He wanted to complete the world’s first unsupported, solo, 2,750km coast-to-coast ski crossing of Antarctica without any dogs or kites. To do this, he would need to drag a sled with a starting weight of 420 pounds from start to finish. The goal? To explore the hidden treasures of the human soul—treasures that can only be found in the depths of solitude and suffering. He wanted to push the boundaries of what’s possible and share the wisdom found on the other side.

His attempt was ultimately cut short due to a life-threatening infection, but not before he covered 500 miles in 60 days. In this gripping episode of Beyond A Million, Akshay recounts the journey: the intense physical and mental preparation, raising $1.1 million, spending two months in complete isolation, and confronting the unrelenting monotony of Antarctica. We also dive into how his background as a Marine, a recovering addict, and author of Fearvana shaped the philosophy that fuels his relentless drive.

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Key Takeaways:

• 00:00:00 Intro

• 00:01:29 500-mile solo trek across Antarctica 

• 00:09:15 The power of endurance training

• 00:16:04 The impact of joining the Marines 

• 00:20:04 Substance abuse and endurance sports

• 00:22:49 The role of stillness and reflection in endurance sports

• 00:29:41 Business lessons in endurance sports 

• 00:31:13 Voluntary vs. involuntary suffering 

• 00:37:49 Establishing beliefs 

• 00:45:16 Magic and mysticism 

• 00:51:24 The most difficult thing Akshay has done in his life

• 00:55:18 Raising a million dollars 

• 01:05:44 Fearvana 

• 01:13:56 Outro

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Additional Resources:

🔹 Akshay’s website: https://fearvana.com/ 

🔹 Follow Akshay on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fearvana 

🔹 Book: https://a.co/d/bnyPbB5

 

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