LinkedIn·Monday, 24 August 2026·2d ago
Six months ago, if you’d told me I would take part in the Dodentocht, the 100 km “Death March”, I’d have said you were talking nonsense 🤣…
Jelle De Laender
Helping companies stay in control of security & compliance - ISO 27001 Implementer & Auditor - Cybersecurity Advisor - Creator of Semonto
Six months ago, if you’d told me I would take part in the Dodentocht, the 100 km “Death March”, I’d have said you were talking nonsense 🤣
Then someone challenged me… and I completed it.
19h29 of walking, plus breaks, for a total time of 21h29. And yes, I now fully understand how it earned its name…
Those hours on the road gave me plenty of time to reflect, sort through my thoughts, and have unexpectedly great conversations with complete strangers. We kept each other moving towards the finish line, one step at a time.
And because apparently 100 km wasn’t enough of a challenge: while creating this ChaseMe export, I spotted quite a few small things I want to improve.
ChaseMe update coming soon 😎
QQ: What’s the wildest challenge you’ve completed this year that you never imagined you’d even take on? 🙈
P.S. If you’re considering taking on the Dodentocht next year, invest in a properly fitted backpack and a lightweight power bank. My neck is still reminding me why… 😅
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