Running is My Religion - Ultra Trail World Tour Winner Gediminas Grinius

Published : 08/12/2020 - Categories : Stories

Who is Gediminas Grinius...

Gediminas Grinius, the 40 year old Ultra Trail Runner from Lithuania has had a very highlighted career in the sport to date. He only took to the sport 12 years ago as a means to help him cope with PTSD after his military mission in Iraq. Eventually he wanted to run longer and further, pushing himself to be better and stronger. That's where he found an even greater love for the sport and saw himself becoming one of the best on the Ultra Trail World Tour Circuit.

In this third episode, we get a deeper understanding of the life and times of a military officer come ultra trail runner. Don´t miss this heartening listen that will surely touch a chord with many of us who appreciate the greater meaning of sport and its importance in our lives.

You can connect with Paul on Twitter @Pyllon or instagram @Pyllon. James is on Twitter too, @james_stewart13 and on instagram as plain old @jamesstewart13

SPEAKER: PAUL GIBLIN

Finishing top 10 on 3 occasions in the famous Western States 100 mile race and being selected on two occasions to start the almost impossible Barkley Marathons. There is never a dull moment for our smiling Scotsman, who when not training or racing is coaching and inspiring others to achieve their running goals.

ABOUT PAUL GIBLIN

GUEST: GEDIMINAS

The 40 year old Ultra Trail Runner from Lithuania has had a very highlighted career in the sport to date. He only took to the sport 12 years ago as a means to help him cope with PTSD after his military mission in Iraq. Eventually he wanted to run longer and further, pushing himself to be better and stronger.

ABOUT GEDIMINAS