Fresh off breaking 2:10 at the McKirdy Marathon and setting the Austrian National Record, Aaron Gruen joins us to share his remarkable journey as an runner and international caliber musician, discussing the balance between his rigorous training, medical school, and music career. He reflects on the importance of mentorship and how it has shaped his running. Aaron emphasizes the significance of the process in both running and music, the challenges he faced in races, and his aspirations to represent Austria on the national stage. He also delves into the personal meaning behind his tri-citizenship and the legacy of his ancestors.

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