No excuses: Nordic character Grant Korgan

South Pole - one of the most inhospitable places on Earth. From March to September, there generally is no sun. The average temperature - about -50 ° C. Strong wind and boundless snow desert.

January 17, 2012 marks the centenary of one of the first expeditions to the Antarctic "Terra Nova." Robert Scott and four of his companion reached the South Pole, but did not return back - were killed on the way back.

January 17, 2012 South Pole expedition conquered the "Impulse". In its structure - disabled. Corgan Grant decided to prove - the human spirit is stronger than the Antarctic cold.

adventurer Corgan

Skiing, snowmobiling, kayaking - all about him, 34-year-old adventurer and ekstrimala Grant Korgan. He was born in a small town in northern Nevada (USA), which is probably why he is so fond of mountains, snow and speed.

In this there is something magical - to be there, where no man has gone before. Be in conditions that others rarely experience. At the same time you know that you, your decisions and your team - this is the only way to go back. It is an amazing feeling.

Over the next portion of such sensations in spring 2010, Corgan went to the snow-capped mountains "Sierra Nevada" (California, USA). as a result of a failed stunt snowmobile Grant broke his spine on 5 March.

Fortunately, the right to administer first aid and rapid hospitalization Corgan saved lives and allowed to successfully start rehabilitation. Complete paralysis of the lower limbs and a lack of sensation below the chest - in this state Grant spent 21 months.

Many lasting intensive care. Corgan replied "No" to any attempts to regret it. Neither he nor his wife, nor his parents were not looking for any excuses. They understood that the grant does not need sympathy, all that he needs to recover - is patience, love and support.

This "therapy" produced results - sensitivity returned, Corgan began to move the legs. And then I got out of the wheelchair and started to learn to walk with crutches.

South Pole

Everyone can outdo themselves, humanity should be used every day to realize their limitless potential.

For this purpose - to prove to the world that a person can do everything - Corgan started another adventure. He decided to conquer the South Pole, the most inhospitable place on the planet.

He had to go through 160 km of Antarctic ice, for two weeks to overcome the cold and biting wind, dragging a 20-pound backpack and burning daily about 10,000 calories.

To this end, on request by Corgan KBG it was designed and manufactured special monoski. Thanks to a special aluminum alloy design turned out very light, durable and maneuverable. This is important, because Corgan was to make 176,000 pushes ski poles.

Part expedition also includes two guides, Paralympic John Davis and crew.

January 17, 2012 the team «The Push» reached the South Pole.

The Push - A South Pole Adventure from The Push on Vimeo.

Now Grant Korgan - a real star. His example inspires thousands of people. He is not looking for any excuses. Continued rehabilitation, as well as engaged in charity and raise funds for the research center studying spinal cord injury.

To live a real life, you have to find greatness. It is in each of us. A person can always surpass himself, regardless of the circumstances.

At the end of present you his inspiring speech at TED.