Do you have any tips for people who want to start trail running?

"Enjoy it and never forget to enjoy it! "

What do you do just before a competition? Is there a special ritual?

"I go through the route inside, listen to music, eat a lot and relax."

What's the first thing you do when you reach the finish line?

"My favourite thing to do is just lie down..."

What does your perfect day look like?

"Get up, have breakfast, go to the mountains, be outside... Going to bed tired..."

What does happiness mean to you?

"Contentment, family, doing something good every day."

In what way do you perhaps enjoy life more than others?

"Phuu no idea... do I do that? I do a lot of things with a lot of joy."

What hobbies do you pursue apart from running?

"Biking, climbing, hiking, ski touring, eating."

What does outdoor mean to you?

"Adventure and being outdoors."

Walter Manser

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Walter has always had a passion for a wide variety of sports - but the simplicity of running and his love of the mountains eventually led him to mountain running and trail running. Originally from idyllic Appenzell, he has lived in Fontnas in the canton of St. Gallen for 14 years. His youth, which he often spent in the summer with his family in the Alps, certainly helped to ignite his passion for trail running.

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Walter's favourite trail and mountain experiences include many unforgettable moments. He was particularly impressed by watching ibexes from his tent, finishing in the top ten at the World Championships and climbing a high volcano in the Andes. These experiences show his deep connection with nature and the mountains.

Walter measures success not only by good results, but also by the fact that he was able to give everything he trained for. Although he has yet to experience the perfect competition, he is proud of his three victories at the Adamello 100k, the Scenic Trail 113k and his tenth place at the World Championships in Innsbruck. These successes are testament to his dedication and tireless commitment to the sport.

Walter has a special tip for anyone looking for a recommended tour or running route: the Vaduz Planken three sisters, Kugrat, Fürstensteing and Älplispitz Vaduz. This route offers everything a trail runner's heart desires - from breathtaking views to challenging passages.

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YEAR OF BIRTH

1977
HOMELAND

Fontans, CH
OCCUPATION

Hafner tiler
HAUSBERG

Gonzen
FAVOURITE ROUTE

Long distance (80 - 120 km)
GREATEST SUCCESSES

Three victories on the Adamello / World Championship 10th place / Eiger Ultra 3rd place / 2 victories on the Scenic / 3rd Verbier Gr. St. Bernhard / 2nd Zugspitz Ultratrail
FAVOURITE RACE

Adamello Ultratrail
PRE-RACE EATING

Rice porridge

12 questions for Walter

- How has sport changed your life?
  
  "I am a free spirit :)"
- Do you have any tips for people who want to start trail running?
  
  "Enjoy it and never forget to enjoy it! "
- How do you overcome your inner couch potato during training?
  
  "Make it routine."
- What do you do just before a competition? Is there a special ritual?
  
  "I go through the route inside, listen to music, eat a lot and relax."
- What's the first thing you do when you reach the finish line?
  
  "My favourite thing to do is just lie down..."
- What does your perfect day look like?
  
  "Get up, have breakfast, go to the mountains, be outside... Going to bed tired..."
- What does happiness mean to you?
  
  "Contentment, family, doing something good every day."
- What are you particularly grateful for?
  
  "Health, family, nature."
- In what way do you perhaps enjoy life more than others?
  
  "Phuu no idea... do I do that? I do a lot of things with a lot of joy."
- What is your most important life lesson?
  
  "Live and let live."
- What hobbies do you pursue apart from running?
  
  "Biking, climbing, hiking, ski touring, eating."
- What does outdoor mean to you?
  
  "Adventure and being outdoors."

Walter Manser

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12 questions for Walter

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