The LiveUltra Show

#13: Rory Coleman - 15 Time Marathon Des Sables Finisher


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Rory Coleman is best known for completing the Marathon Des Sables 15 times, Setting 9 Guinness world records, and finishing over 255 Ultra Marathon finishes.   Prior to ultra running Rory was an avid drinker and 40 a day smoker, however since 1994 has committed to living nicotine and alcohol-free, ever since.   Life hasn’t been plain sailing since leading a healthier life as Unexpectedly, in April 2016 when I was left paralyzed after being struck down by Guillain-Barré Syndrome, where he was left wheelchair-bound unclear whether he would ever walk, let alone run again.  Here are some of the things we talked about in today’s episode:
  • Rory’s first ultra
  • Running from London to Lisbon
  • Setting Guinness World Records
  • First time doing MDS
  • Nearly paralyzed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome
  Rory's Social Channels   
  • Website: http://www.colemancoaching.co.uk/
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