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Backcountry flying is one of the last means of true exploration. Pilots fly specifically designed aircraft deep into untamed and virtually untouched wilderness in search of solitude and beauty. This is a pastime that Todd Simmons has practiced with his brother and friends for years. However, in summer 2018, Todd was involved in a violent plane crash at a remote landing strip called Dewey Moore in the Idaho backcountry.Listen in as he, along with his brother Andrew Simmons and friend Jeff Smith, recount the story of their survival and perseverance.Do you have a story to share?Email us: [email protected] Follow us:GarminGarminoutdoorGarminfitnessGarminaviationGarminfishhuntGarminmarineGarmincycling

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Summary:

Dr. Andrew Jacobs is one of the country’s most respected sports psychologists. Called a “pioneer of mental training,” his work focuses on building mental fortitude in athletes as well as the overall psychological aspects and influence on athleticism.

Listen in as we attempt to measure the immeasurable side of an athlete.

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Footnotes:¹See Autoland system requirements and limitations

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Our Feature Story:

Guillaume Hullin often heads into the outdoors to break out of his routine and be more self-reliant for a period of time before returning to his job in information technology. He likes to document his travels on his youtube channel, where he records all of his experiences. Last October, Guillaume set out on an extended backpacking expedition to see the beauty of the Swedish wilds. He didn’t realize, however, that he would be trapped by an early winter storm.

Stuck in the middle of a blizzard in the most remote region in Europe, Guillaume’s only hope was to trigger an SOS on his inReach Satellite Communicator.

NOTICE: Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communications devices. It is the responsibility of the user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used. To access the Iridium satellite network for live tracking and messaging, including SOS capabilities, an active satellite subscription is required

What’s new with Garmin:

Keep listening after our feature story if you want to hear about:

• vivoactive 3 Music – Connected by Verizon. Leave your phone at home.
  • NOTICE: Requires a monthly Verizon service plan. No annual contract and no need to switch phone providers.
• Keeping your wallet on your wrist with Garmin Pay

Q&A Corner:

• Some of the best destination races — Cherry Blossom, Bay To Breakers, Broad Street Run and Disney Marathon.
• Click here to learn how to change your watch face

Inside Advice:

• Spring Training tips from a Garmin Associate who has run the Boston Marathon 7 times.

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What if your smartwatch could tell if you had COVID-19? What if it could predict any illness before you felt symptoms? Garmin is involved in a study with the Stanford University School of Medicine to answer this question. Listen in as we sit down with Michael Snyder, Ph.D., professor and chair of genetics at the Stanford University School of Medicine, to learn about the future of preventive health care and smartwatch technology.

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Mirna Valerio is an ultrarunner, an author and an inspiration. She’s also one of our Women of Adventure. Mirna may not be what you imagine when you think of an ultrarunner who climbs mountains, and that’s OK. She likes to surprise people. Moreover, she loves to inspire people. Throughout her athletic career, Mirna has spoken about what it’s like to be a larger woman running amidst stereotypical athletes.

Her relentless optimism and athletic feats have been featured in Women’s Running, WSJ. Magazine, Runner’s World, on the “NBC Nightly News,” CNN, The CW Network, “GMA,” “The Kelly Clarkson Show” and in the REI-produced short, “The Mirnavator.” She was also selected as a 2018 National Geographic Adventurer of the Year. In this episode, we sit down to catch up with Mirna and listen to her story.

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