Belgian ultra runner, Backyard Ultra Team Champion, and world record holder Merijn Geerts takes a breather and sits down with Doc to talk about the incredible world of ultra running. Settle in and buckle up as Merijn takes the long way around as the two discuss his late start to running (age 37!!), his incredulity at learning about 275 km races, the unorthodox finish at both the 2022 and 2024 BYU Team Championships, FOMO, Imposter Syndrome, and his 2022 Barkley Marathons experience.



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458 Miles in 110 Hours - Merijn Geerts

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