Michael Ohler

Michael Ohler is a 58-year-old ultra-distance runner known for his participation in extreme endurance events, particularly the demanding Backyard Ultra format. Despite his unassuming appearance and background as a technology professional and family man, Ohler challenges the limits of human endurance, seeking to understand the boundaries of his own physical and mental capabilities through grueling races that can last for days. Recently, he was in the news for his participation in a Backyard Ultra race in Witikon, Zürich, where he faced significant physical challenges but ultimately did not finish the race, reflecting on the personal journey and exploration of limits inherent in such extreme sports.