Motivated by Movement - Episode 5 - Simon 'The Barbarian Trail Runner' Grimstrup

Simon Grimstrup is a Danish trail runner, adventure racer, elite endurance athlete, race organiser, tour guide and so much more.

In this interview we talk about:

- Why 'The Barbarian Trail runner'?

- His attraction to nature, competition and mountains

- How Simon grew up and when he got in to (long distance) running

- Getting to the start line of the Ultra Mount Fuji

- Racing in different enivrements. Desert, snow, jungle, mountains, multi stage races

- Sleep deprivation and strategies for multi day race events

- Training and mental & physical preparation

- Trail tours & environmental awareness

- As usual we finish with a useful tip from Simon. (read more)