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Robert Garside: The Man Who Ran Around the World
An Epic Journey of Endurance and Determination
Robert Garside, known as “The Runningman,” holds the distinction of being the first person to run around the world—a feat recognized by Guinness World Records. His journey began on October 20, 1997, at India Gate in New Delhi, India, and concluded at the same location on June 13, 2003. Over 2,062 days, Garside traversed approximately 35,000 miles across 29 countries and six continents.
The run was fraught with challenges, including arrests, injuries, and skepticism from the running community. Despite these obstacles, Garside meticulously documented his journey, providing evidence that eventually led to official recognition.
Garside's story is one of resilience and the unyielding human spirit, inspiring runners and adventurers worldwide.
Life After the Run
Following his monumental achievement, Garside took time to recover physically and mentally from the rigors of his journey. He later transitioned into a professional career, working as a data engineer. In 2020, he shared on LinkedIn about an opportunity to join the BBC as an apprentice data analyst, indicating his involvement in the field of data analytics.
While Garside has maintained a relatively low public profile in recent years, his legacy endures. His journey continues to inspire discussions about endurance, determination, and the human capacity to overcome immense challenges.
by Boris Baron
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Hi! I landed on this account by accident as part of my (on and off!) search, over many years, for my hero whom I followed those many years ago. Please note that the bit "Life After the Run" is very unlikely to be correct - I think you (or AI!) have looked at https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-garside-7b61b2a3/ _ I will check for completion, but I am pretty sure that this is someone else entirely. Rob Garside, "The Runningman", as far as I can tell, has not just "maintained a relatively low public profile", he has completely disappeared, probably intentionally but for reasons unknown but I can make an intelligent guess. I would personally love to meet him and find out more about his subsequent life (if he is, indeed, still alive) but would intensely respect his privacy. Please see https://www.runnersworld.com/runners-stories/a20962865/redemption-of-the-runningman/ for a more accurate summary (incidentally, from which the last photograph was taken)
If anybody has ANY information about his subsequent life, PLEASE contact me directly - Jim Newmark 7/23 2:19 am |
