*****Right now, she’s working on getting her pilot’s license, underwater survival training, scuba diving certification and more*****
I just don’t think those last two will be of much use on mars...
Actually, they will. The effects of different gravitational forces on the body, orienting yourself quickly in a continuous, dark environment, emergency preparedness and response training, regulating your breathing to conserve oxygen in stressful situations, etc. are all skills that she will need for this mission.