#51 - Simon Grimstrup and Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc

In this episode of the podcast, we are visited by Simon Grimstrup, an ultra trail runner known for his impressive achievements in ultra running, including the prestigious Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc, where he holds the Danish record and the world record in Everesting. We talk about what UTMB really is and how he has prepared himself both physically and mentally to participate in one of the world's toughest races. He shares experiences, powerful stories and we try to learn from some of the world's best ultra runners such as Killian Jornet, Jim Walmsley and Courtney Dauwalter.

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Ultra trail running has evolved a lot in the last 10 to 15 years. From being a niche subculture to today being a sport that many people know and practice. Simon talks about the trends he sees in the sport today, and how his approach differs from the classic elite. For him, it's not about results and rankings, but about desire, curiosity and the joy of movement.

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We also discuss why Simon has chosen a plant-based diet, and how it relates to his view of the body, performance, and our responsibility for the planet. How does it work in practice for an ultrarunner? Finally, Simon shares his best advice for those of you who dream of starting ultrarunning or just want to find greater joy in nature and movement.

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Find the episode here:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ElJ3m9bluQWs3KbDFsIaU?si=a58f57871d68454c