CLAIRE MILLS

Age at start: 23

Origins:
I grew up in Dunstable, then moved on to Birmingham.

Occupation:
Personal Trainer

Qualifications:
2:1 BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences, University of Birmingham; YMCA Professional Gym Instructor

Great achievements:
Skydiving over Table Mountain, playing rugby for England South Students, travelling the world, finalist at National Rowing Champs within the first year of rowing.

How would other people describe you?
An outdoor girl with a passion for rugby and lipgloss alike, never to turn down a challenge.

What drives you?
The dream to push limits and to lead a life with a difference. And also, a Fiat Uno called Tractor.

Who inspires you?
The obvious… my Mum. She’s a very strong person who tries to keep my feet on the ground as much as possible, and also Ellen MacArthur, whose resilience is incredible.

What do you hope to do after the race?
Give Ranulph Fiennes a run for his money.

Favourite saying:
“You can go as far as your mind lets you”