Physiotherapist, pain scientist and ultra runner, Donna Urquhart, has studied the subject of pain for years. On this episode of the Empowering Leaders podcast, just a few days before she departs for Antarctica to smash the Guinness World Record for the longest ultramarathon in a polar region, Donna tells us how pushing through pain can unlock more of our potential. Passionate about the importance of sport in the lives of children, specifically girls, Donna reinforces why we need to be teaching coping skills in youth sports and tells us the crucial steps to fostering a supportive environment for young people to compete in. In this conversation, you'll hear how Donna is aiming to raise 1.5 million dollars by running across Antarctica so she can sponsor programs that support females to stay in sport. Her insights into the world of pain, the latest research and what you need to be able to push through it will inspire you, and just wait until you hear how and when she discovered her love for running! For more information and to donate to support Donna's Antarctic run and her work in girls sport: Run Antarctica  To hear or re-listen to the Empowering Leaders episode Luke mentions with Rodney Campbell, founder of Learning Life Through Sport head here or search for Rodney Campbell Empowering Leaders wherever you get your podcasts. Learn. Lead. Collaborate. Start your leadership journey today. Head to Aleda Collective to find out more about our signature, cross industry collaboration program, Aleda Connect. Curated and facilitated by experts, running for 8 fortnightly sessions, Aleda Connect is the learning experience of a life-time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.