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💭 “I just fell in love with it—and now I can’t stop.”

Hans Troyer is only 10 races into his trail running journey, but he’s already bringing serious energy, heart, and chaos to the sport. Known as The Destroyer, Hans is the kind of runner you notice—not because of podiums, but because of pure passion.

In this international debut of The People I Meet, we catch up with Hans about how it all started, what keeps him coming back, and why trail running has become more than just a hobby—it’s a full-blown obsession.

He’s loud. He’s real. He’s got big dreams. And most of all, Hans is proof that showing up with joy and grit is more powerful than perfection.

What you’ll take away from this episode:
✅ Why energy and enthusiasm matter more than experience ⚡
✅ What it’s like being the new kid on the trail—and loving it 🏔
✅ The importance of mindset, especially when things go sideways 🧠
✅ Why you don’t need to be “ready” to start showing up 💥
✅ That every runner has a story—even just 10 races in 📖

🥾 Got a story like Hans’? We want to hear it.
Tag @trailchaserspod or DM us—because the people we meet matter.

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📩 If this episode brought a smile—or fired you up—subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone just getting started. Let’s keep chasing the people who inspire us, one trail at a time.