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Ultra trail adventures, running tips & race stories 🏃‍♂️
• Wānaka, NZ 🇳🇿
• 4x 100miles, 40+ ultras
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Hello there! 👋Thanks for being here, taking the time to read this and hearing about my storyWe all have our own story for how and when running found us, and what it was given (and taken) from usTo this day, no matter how much I share this always feels scary to put out there..But mine starts 6-7 years ago at the lowest point in my life. Deep in depression, near suicidal with a conclusion that life was hopeless The past 6 years has taken me up and down. And while I still continue to have bumps in my road, I’m happy to say these are all now in the pursuit of things I care about - not things I feel like I can’t control.I care so much about too much sometimes. But the one thing I believe I can never care enough for is movement outside, and how that ultimately gave me the tools to dig myself out of the hole I put myself inI’m grateful for all the support of amazing friends, family, companies (@circlhealth , @beefasthoney , @topoathleticnz , @rab.nz , @suuntonz ), and @meghanizeller as I continue to heal and chase my dreams.This is my story of my battles with mental health - please share yours. #running #mentalhealth #personaltransformation #runningjourney #fyp by @run.ant.run

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What an experience.On Sunday 8th of March we joined a crew of 20 on a mission to run the Milford track led by @carly_webber @runnersnz What ensued was a 16hour day, from a 5am bus ride, a 7pm boat home from the other end and a 3 hour drive home.Such an amazing experience to also be able to support @meghanizeller on her first ultra attempt. I mean, what a place to do it?We were gifted with torrential rain, raging waterfalls, expansive Milford views and sheer cliffs.I think I get it now.A massive thanks to @carly_webber and @runnersnz again, and @fiordlandoutdoors for the boat!. If you are keen for next year, send them a DM #trailrunning #milfordtrack #nz #fyp #myfiordlandmoment by @run.ant.run

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Kia ora e hoa, it’s been nearly 2-years since I last updated my “about me”. There are a lot of new people along for the journey, so here goes…My name is Anthony Grant, in 25-years old and I live in Wellington New Zealand. I like to work-hard, better myself and run far!I started running just over 4 years ago now, after arriving back in Auckland after a stint studying down south. After a stint of abusing alcohol for about 8 years, running turned my life around, in the process dropping 25kg, stabilised my depression/anxiety and it remains the key to keeping the rest of my life in check. While it might not have seemed like it, 2 years ago I was still insecure, and not sure of myself, turning back to my old habits when times got tough. I now feel calm and confident in who I am, and focused on achieving my goals.3 months ago, my 4-year journey to date culminated in achieving my dream of running 100miles, with the plan to keep pushing into the future. My immediate next goals are to deal with my unfinished business at the 100mile distance, and then move to a 200mile race.After completing a conjoint degree (commerce and science) and then postgraduate study in bioscience enterprise, I’m now a software product manager for a high-growth tech-startup. My job is centred around solving problems, and doing so with a no-bullsh*t approach. Currently, I am also building my own software company, in the process learning to code. My aim is to one day dedicate my full-time to addressing some of the issues I have experienced around men’s mental health with no personal financial restrictions in place.As 2-years ago, my goals remain the same, but now much more “realisitic” after 2-years of strict and dedicated lifestyle changes to make my running actually sustainable:- Win a 24 hour style loop race- Run the Desert Grand Slam (4x250km races on 4 major deserts)- Run the length of New Zealand - Qualify and complete the UTMB 100miler I live by the idea of consistency and showing up everyday. Over the past 2 years I’ve added confidence in myself, and self-ambition to that list. Life is to short to f*ck around.Looking forward to meeting you all in the near future. by @run.ant.run

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Breast Hill is such an underrated beauty…It’s basically the exact same amount of vert and distance and Roy’s Peak… and doesn’t have any crowds. Think I have only ever seen no more than 2 people on the trail (even in peak summer)However it is definitely a bit more technical, and proceed with major caution in winter. There is rocks, ice, lots of snow. So I recommend in warmer temps (or with good gear!)Absolute staple - especially when you get to hit this spine on the way down with a sunrise and inversion 🤌Follow the trail, it will take you home!! #trailrunning #fyp #nz #mountains ultramarathon by @run.ant.run

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Microspikes 101. A must have piece of kit for winter/snow/icy trail running!Ps not sponsored just a good piece of kit. @blackdiamond Acess microspikes! #trailrunning #winterrunning #microspikes #mountains #nz by @run.ant.run

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It’s a simple life! 🤷‍♂️ #trailrunning #running #ultramarathon #fyp #runningmotivation by @run.ant.run

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DNFs are hard.So much sweat and hard work goes in to training for any endurance. Let alone an ultramarathon.In 2023 I DNF’d my first and only ever race. It was a 100km mountain ultramarathon, and the whim decission to sign up turned into a brutal day.It hit me hard after, but in hindsight it was one of the best things that could of happened to me.Here’s 3 of the biggest lessons it left me with - I hope this helps!#fyp #trailrunning #ultramarathon #dnf #runningtips by @run.ant.run

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Don’t say I didn’t warn ya!! 👀🏃‍♂️👕 - @rab.nz ..#trailrunning #running #fyp #mountains #mountainrunning by @run.ant.run

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It’s easy to disregard certain trails straight off the bat…“No way, it will be too busy…”“Oh it’s winter, it will be too slippery…”Roy’s peak is always good evidence as to why you should never judge a book by its cover 14km of some of the best mountain running in New Zealand, where on a winters afternoon when the crowds have died down it may be some of the best in all of New Zealand Out you go! Let’s do this thing! #trailrunning #mountains #fyp #nz #Wanaka by @run.ant.run

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The adventures don’t need to stop in winter?! ❄️🏃‍♂️⛰️ #trailrunning #running #fyp #nz #mountains by @run.ant.run

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Just thoughts from a long, hard run #trailrunning #runningmotivation #fyp #ultramarathon #nz by @run.ant.run

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I LOVE THIS PLACE ⛰️🏃‍♂️ #trailrunning #running #fyp #mountains #wanaka by @run.ant.run

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