Behind the Scenes

Team Pink Lady^® would like to thank the following people and organisations for helping make their Polar dream a reality.

Fitness, Training & Nutritional Advisor

Dr Justin Roberts

The team are delighted to be supported by Dr Justin Roberts, a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Sciences at the University of Hertfordshire .

Dr Roberts holds a BA (Hons) Sports Studies Degree, an MPhil in Exercise Physiology and Nutrition and a PhD in Applied Exercise Physiology and Nutrition. He is also an Accredited Sports and Exercise Physiologist (scientific support by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences – BASES).

Dr Roberts ventured into the Health and Fitness Industry working as a Personal Trainer and Lifestyle Consultant. During his MPhil Research programme, he was employed by the British Olympic Association, conducting research and applied testing for the British Olympic Medical Centre.

Dr Roberts has a main interest in Sports Nutrition and Weight Management, particularly with an applied focus on triathlon and ultra-endurance (including expedition extremes). He is a keen triathlete currently in preparation for his first Ironman triathlon.

University of Hertfordshire

The Pink Lady(R) PoleCats are fortunate to have access to the excellent facilities at the University of Hertfordshire.

The laboratory is equipped to undertake most aspects of physiological, biochemical, psychological and biomechanical testing. Consultancy testing there involves a wide variety of individuals including high profile athletes, and at present is heavily involved with expedition related clients including testing for clients venturing to the polar extremes.

David Jones & The Society of Sports Therapists

Ensuring that the team enter the Scott Dunn Polar Challenge free from injury is David Jones.

David is a member of The Society of Sports Therapists, the lead professional body for Sports Therapists in the UK.He is the former Sports Therapist to Wycombe Wanderers FC and is a graduate in Sports Therapy from the University of North London (now London Metropolitan).

The Society of Sports Therapists have collaborative agreement with 9 universities throughout the UK including the University of Hertfordshire where David is now a senior lecturer.

www.society-of-sports-therapists.org

Nizels Health and Fitness, Hildenborough

Patrick Ferguson, manager of Nizels health and Fitness in Hildenborough, Kent has generously allowed Felicity (and on occassion the whole team!) to use the exellent gym and fitness facilities at the club. The support from Patrick and all the gym staff has been invaluable and a huge source of encouragement during those tough training sessions!

www.theclubcompany.com

Logo & Design - Hollock Waine Design

Thank you to Susan and Trevor at Hollock Waine Design for giving their time and creative energy at such short notice to create a fantastic logo and brochure for The Pink Lady^® PoleCats. For more information about Hollock Waine Design contact:

Tel: 01206 369 200

Email: hwdesign@zoom.co.uk

Website - Derek Marshall

Derek found himself in the firing line for the website having created a fantastic one for the BSES Peru expedition (www.peru2005.org.uk). With only 4 days to complete the job before rushing off on an arctic expedition of his own, the team would like to express their eternal thanks.

You'll find more details of Derek's work, and expedition photography at www.threetrees.org.uk.

Brochure Printing - John Hughes at Mattrix

The Pink Lady^® PoleCats would like to thank John at Mattrix for printing their brochure at such a competitive cost and in record time.  For more information about Mattrix printing services call 020 7732 5078

Selected Brochure Photography - John C.Smith

Thanks go to John Smith for kindly allowing the team to use some of his excellent photographs in the production of their sponsorship brochure. 

John is known to the girls through his expeditions with BSES and describes himself as a 'serious amateur' photographer - the team, however, think he's rather professional!  To see more of John's work go to www.photonz.net

Other Support

Adventure First Aid

To read about the Team Pink Lady^® First Aid training weekend with Adventure First Aid click here

For more information about Adventure First Aid go to: www.adventurefirstaid.co.uk

Cardiosport

Vital to the success of the team training regime are their cardiosport heart rate monitors. Many thanks to cardiosport - we have used them non-stop over the last six months!

Antarctica Tents

The team are delighted to have the support of Andy Woodward of Antarctica Tents as their official polar equipment advisor.  For more information about Antarctica Tents go to www.antarcticatents.co.uk

Bracknell Ski Slope

In order for Team Pink Lady^® to get the most out of their ski training in Norway and Austria, the Bracknell Ski Slope have kindly supplied the team with several ski lessons and open practice prior to actually getting on the white stuff! Thanks to Dan Gomm at the Slope for enabling us to do this. For more information about the Bracknell Ski Centre please visit www.bracknellskislope.co.uk

Theatre Stop

Thank you to Theatre Stop for supporting the team

With a choice of over 2000 fancy dress costumes for hire plus all accessories including wigs, hats and balloons, Theatre Stop is perfect whatever the occasion!  Call Bonnie on 020 8859 7747 for more details or visit Theatre Stop, 745 Sidcup Rd, New Eltham SE9 3SA.

True Utility

True Utility continues to be the U.K.’s best selling range of pocket tools and accessories. The True Utility range includes pocket tools, windproof lighters, LED key rings, and the new exciting range of LED flashlights, which are shock and water resistant! All products carry a 10-year guarantee and appeal to all walks of life.

For more information on True Utility products or to become a stockist see www.trueutility.com

Energizer

Many thanks to Dave Gilham and Mark Forrest at Energizer UK for supplying the Pink Lady^® PoleCats with enough Lithium Batteries to keep them going all the way to the finish line and beyond.......!

BioCare

During the race the team will be using nutritional support provided by BioCare, ensuring the girlsremain fit and healthy. BioCare, a privately owned and financially independent British company, is the stablished UK market leader in new natural healthcare products. The company's unique range embraces everything from vitamins to probiotics and herbal extracts. For more information visit www.biocare.co.uk

Soreen

Many sports persons rely on Soreen's malt loaf range as part of their balanced diet because they  are packed full of carbohydrates and a great source of energy. Many thanks to Soreen for providing the team with enough Malt loaves to keep them happily chomping throughout the race.

www.soreen.com

High5

High5 have generously supplied Team Pink Lady with a range of nutritional supplements at very short notice. Browse the full range of High5's Sports nutrition Products at www.high5-online.com and have them delivered direct to your door - wherever you are in the world.

Science in Sport

Science in Sport provide expert nutritional products and advice to athletes. The company mixes qualified sport scientists, food technologists and a physician with keen athletes and sports people who have competed from local level to the world stage. Their products have been used by Polar experts such as Ranulph Fiennes and Ben Saunders - endoresements don't come stronger than that! For more information visit www.scienceinsport.com

The Fulham Camel

Many thanks to The Camel in Fulham for providing a great venue for the fantastic Pink Lady(r) PoleCats leaving party. We are very curious to know exactly what was in a 'Polar Bear'! Perhaps we'll find out next time.