32: Nik and Dan Toochek
Nikolas (Nik) Toochek just became the youngest person to complete 7 marathons on 7 continents at 11 years old. If you’re ready for some inspiration and want to hear all about the journey and the highlights of running in the US, Chile, Antarctica Australia, Zimbabwe, Switzerland and the Republic of Georgia, then you’ll want to listen in.
During the interview, we discuss:
How Nik determined that he wanted to run 7 marathons in 7 continents
What measures Nik’s parents took to make sure it was safe
How Nik’s family financed his dream
How Nik and his dad Dan fit in marathon training with Nik’s school schedule
Nik’s journey of the 7 marathons
How Nik is raising money for Operation Warm
Get in Touch With Nik:
Website: nikrunstheworld.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikrtw
Twitter: @nikrunstheworld
The song "You are the Universe" by The Brand New Heavies (song begins at 0:25 in this video) encompasses what the Toocheks have accomplished together.
Races Completed:
Fortitude for First Descents Marathon and Half Marathon (no longer run)
Puntas Arenas Marathon and White Continent Marathon
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