The Team Forces Podcast

Climbing to Recovery : Neil Heritage

In this inspiring episode of the Team Forces Podcast, host Heledd Kendrick speaks with Neil Heritage, a former soldier who served 11 years in the British Army and overcame life-changing injuries sustained in Iraq in 2004. Despite losing both legs above the knee, Neil has accomplished remarkable feats, including rowing across the Atlantic in 51 days and becoming the first double amputee to summit the Matterhorn.

During the episode, Neil discusses his journey from injury to recovery, the mental and physical challenges he faced, and his dedication to helping other veterans through his charity, Climb to Recovery. Neil’s story is a testament to resilience, teamwork, and the power of determination.

Climb2Recovery website: https://www.c2r.org/

Neil's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neil.heritage.3

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

Bouncing Back from a Huge Setback and Finding Purpose : Kelda Wood

On this episode, you'll meet Kelda Wood, who in her mid 20s suffered a leg injury while tending to her horse. After a long recovery journey, she bounced back in a big way! 

During this chat with Heledd you'll hear about the huge impact her injury made, to her physical health and her mental health.  You'll hear how she came to terms with "the new normal", and how she dealt with the perceived expectations of others.

There's so much covered here, including her charity Climbing Out, the power of community and how she had a whale as a friend for two days during her Atlantic Challenge....where she rowed across the ocean whilst shining a light on others.....Truly awesome 🚣‍♀️🤩

Climbing out : https://climbingout.org.uk/

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

Forces Wives Challenge - building confidence and resilience through adventure

Welcome to The Team Forces Podcast.  Join Heledd Kendrick as she talks to members of the armed forces who are doing extraordinary things, using challenge and adventure to help push their boundaries, both physically and mentally.

On this episode you’ll meet Heather Sharp, Founder and CEO of Forces Wives Challenge, a social enterprise that unites women who have partners in the Armed Forces through adventure and challenge.

Heather talks about how her experience in the military inspired her to set up FWC and provide exciting adventures for a community that is often left holding the fort at home.

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

Injured in Action to Sailing the World - Craig Wood

Welcome to The Team Forces Podcast.  Join Heledd Kendrick as she talks to members of the armed forces who are doing extraordinary things, using challenge and adventure to help push their boundaries, both physically and mentally.

Craig Wood was in the Army at the age of 18 and suffered a significant injury, leading to a triple amputation. Today he's sailing around the world, has a wife and 2 kids and is about to lead his most inspiring expedition yet.

During his chat with Heledd you'll realise that anything is possible and how just one little push from your family or friends can change the trajectory of your whole life.

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

From a 5K Park Run to being the Guinness world record holder for crossing the Antarctic - Preet Chandi

Welcome to The Team Forces Podcast.  Join Heledd Kendrick as she talks to members of the armed forces who are doing extraordinary things, using challenge and adventure to help push their boundaries, both physically and mentally.

Preet Chandi MBE is a British physiotherapist and British Army medical officer who completed a solo expedition across Antarctica to the South Pole, finishing on 3 January 2022.  In January 2023, she recorded the longest ever solo and unsupported polar expedition.

During her chat with Heledd, b Preet talks about her childhood and the tricky journey to where she is today.  

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

Inspiring the next generation - Polly Marsh

Welcome to The Team Forces Podcast.  Join Heledd Kendrick as she talks to members of the armed forces who are doing extraordinary things, using challenge and adventure to help push their boundaries, both physically and mentally.

On this episode you'll meet Polly Marsh.  She's the CEO of The Ulysses Trust, who Team Forces support.  Ulysses change the lives of young people through enabling outdoor challenge, exploration and adventure.

During her chat with Heledd, Polly speaks of her experiences as an entrepreneur on Dragons Den, talks about her attitude to her rare cancer diagnosis, and gives some awesome insight into helping motivate young people. 

The Ulysses Trust website: https://www.ulyssestrust.co.uk/

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

Finding strength through adversity - Darren Edwards

Welcome to The Team Forces Podcast.  Join Heledd Kendrick as she talks to members of the armed forces who are doing extraordinary things, using challenge and adventure to help push their boundaries, both physically and mentally.

This episode features former mountaineer and Army Reservist, Darren, who was paralysed in a near death climbing accident at the age of 26.

Since then, Darren has become an active para-adventurer and expedition leader who has become a passionate champion of the phrase 'strength through adversity'. 

During this chat with Heledd, you'll hear his story in full, with much focus on his record breaking and first expedition, which saw him lead a team of kayakers 1,400km from Land's End to John O'Groats.

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

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Welcome to The Team Forces Podcast.  Join Heledd Kendrick as she talks to members of the armed forces who are doing extraordinary things, using challenge and adventure to help push their boundaries, both physically and mentally.

This episode features former mountaineer and Army Reservist, Darren, who was paralysed in a near death climbing accident at the age of 26.

Since then, Darren has become an active para-adventurer and expedition leader who has become a passionate champion of the phrase 'strength through adversity'. 

During this chat with Heledd, you'll hear his story in full, with much focus on his record breaking and first expedition, which saw him lead a team of kayakers 1,400km from Land's End to John O'Groats.

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

Record breaking solo Antarctic crossing: Sam Cox

Welcome to The Team Forces Podcast.  Join Heledd Kendrick as she talks to members of the armed forces who are doing extraordinary things, using challenge and adventure to help push their boundaries, both physically and mentally.

This episode is all about Sam Cox, who's attempting a record breaking 2000km solo Antarctic crossing.  

Find out more on the official website: https://www.frozendagger.co.uk/

Follow Sam's Instagram for regular team updates: https://www.instagram.com/samcox.official/

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