Vicki Anstey

Vicki Anstey – World Record Adventurer & Mental Resilience Speaker

Vicki Anstey stands at the forefront of adventure, mindset mastery, and high performance. As a double world record holder—first for rowing unsupported across the Pacific Ocean and again for cycling 3,000 miles across America in the Race Across America—Vicki knows how to conquer seemingly impossible challenges. Her journey from a career in advertising to becoming an award-winning entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and leading fitness innovator is a testament to her belief that true success is about mastering one’s mind, not superhuman strength.

Having become one of the first female finalists on Channel 4’s ‘SAS: Who Dares Wins’ at the age of 41, Vicki discovered that the toughest battles are often fought within. She has also completed ultra-distance runs spanning some of the world’s harshest terrains, from -35°C Arctic wilderness to 50°C Kenyan savannahs, all while championing mental resilience and self-belief.

In her talks and workshops, Vicki inspires global audiences to reframe fear, process and manage emotions, and tap into their hidden reserves of capability. Her approachable storytelling style blends courage with vulnerability, showing how authentic leadership is built on honesty and empathy. By guiding organisations through actionable strategies in emotional endurance and teamwork, she empowers teams and individuals to unlock their ‘secret 60%’—the untapped potential within all of us.

Vicki’s own transformation—breaking free after 20 years in a restrictive relationship—mirrors the empowering change she brings to audiences across sectors. She continues to expand boundaries as a mentor, podcast host, and advisor to elite teams. Her mission: to help others thrive, embrace challenge, and achieve beyond what they thought possible, whether in business, community, or personal growth.