AIT AC to Host Seminar with Dave O’Brien (Ultra Marathon Runner)
Dave O’Brien is an Ultra Marathon Runner and star of the film Desert Runners. Dave has run over 500 races, appeared on 2 TV survival shows, climbed the seven highest peaks in Ireland in 23hours 28mins; a record that stands to this day. Dave is one of a handful of men in the world, the only Irishman ever and the oldest man on the planet, at 56 to complete all the 4×250 kilometre deserts in the same year, in fact in a 38 week period. The hottest, coldest, driest and windiest deserts in the world carrying everything on his back to survive. Dave is an ambassador for and will share his knowledge on why nutrition is the cornerstone to good health and how he endured the toughest races on the planet. Dave is a great inspiration and motivation to anyone looking to achieve success whether it is through a sporting activity or a personal goal. Dave has spoken to large audiences all around the globe and we are delighted to welcome him to AIT.
Venue: AIT, Athlone
Date: Wednesday 22nd April 2015
Time: 8pm