I run to explore
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Athlete Mario Rigby and racer Ida Mathilde Steensgaard talk with hosts Erin Azar and Ayo Akinwolere about where running has taken them. Mario Rigby is a former professional track and field athlete, turned adventurer and explorer. He completed an epic two-year-long walk across Africa, from Cape Town to Cairo. Ida Mathilde Steensgaard is a Danish environmental engineer and professional obstacle course racer. Together, they speak to Erin and Ayo and take us on a journey to discover how running gives them the joy of exploration and the thrill of adventure. Find every episode on redbull.com/WhyIRun Be part of the big movement and enter the run. Join the Why I Run Podcast team at www.wingsforlifeworldrun.com/whyirunteam Give us your burning questions – drop us a note on the feed at www.wingsforlifeworldrun.com/teams or leave a review!
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