39. Finding Gobi: The Phenomenal True Story of a Stray Dog and Ultramarathoner Dion

The Purple Stars Podcast by Sarah Hoelzl

Episode notes

Dion went from being overweight, a heavy smoker, and a heavy drinker to becoming a successful ultramarathon runner. He shares his remarkable transformation, which began with a simple bet and, over time, led him to many ultramarathons, including the grueling 155-mile race through the Gobi Desert in China. During this race, Dion crossed paths with an unlikely companion—a stray dog who would later be named Gobi. This remarkable pup stayed by his side for 77 miles, keeping pace across the towering Tian Shan Mountains and sweeping sand dunes, forging a bond that would forever change both of their lives.

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