Former soldier braves blisters and bears to complete epic 1,700km run across three countries
Dodging bears, wolves and wild dogs and enduring days of isolation, one man has been tested mentally as much as physically while attempting to run 1,700km across three nations in just 40 days. Former British soldier Nick Coats , 39, arrived in Cappadocia in Turkey late on Wednesday evening after running through Greece and Albania to support a UK men’s mental health charity. The fitness coach, who…
Former British soldier Nick Coats, 39, successfully completed a grueling 1,700km ultra-endurance run across three countries, Greece, Albania, and Turkey, in just 40 days. The fitness coach, based in Dubai, aimed to raise awareness for the UK men's mental health charity, Check in on a Mate. Coats endured harsh conditions, battling blisters, extreme weather, and wildlife, including guardian dogs and potential encounters with bears and wolves.
Despite the challenges, he managed to finish the race, arriving in Cappadocia, Turkey, with the support of his girlfriend, friends, and family. Coats served in the British Army for seven years before finding it difficult to adjust to civilian life. He now works as a personal fitness coach in Dubai, motivating others to tackle endurance challenges.
Upon completing his 119km final run in Cappadocia, Coats plans to introduce educational programs and train teachers to identify mental health issues in young people, aiming to replicate the initiative in the UAE.
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