Louis Niesler

Endurance Athlete

I'm an endurance athlete and recent graduate taking on some of the hardest physical challenges to raise money for causes that matter. Right now that's Movember and Right To Play, and sport has given me so much that I want to use it to give something back.

I've gone from playing rugby through school and university to completing an Ironman, finishing great solo efforts and running ultramarathons. My next big goal: 915km down the length of England, over 21 marathons — currently on hold while I recover from a hamstring tendinopathy.

Alongside this, I share the process on Instagram and YouTube to give some insight into what training looks like.

See my next challenge

I think happiness gets thrown around a lot. I like the idea of eudaimonia — the deep sense of fulfilment that comes from pushing yourself beyond the breaking point. Ultimately, I think it's the reason why I take on these challenges.

— Louis