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Mistake that nearly derailed Chris and Miriam's grey nomad dream

31.08.2026 06:00 1 min 1 source РУС
thesenior.com.au ENG
Mistake that nearly derailed Chris and Miriam's grey nomad dream
Original source: thesenior.com.au

Australian couple Chris Maujean and Miriam Mace, who sold their home and possessions in 2020 to live in a caravan, found that treating every day like a holiday led to weight gain and unhealthy habits. Mace, a former fitness instructor, launched an online fitness platform Mimfit to help travellers stay healthy. The couple also co-designed an off-road caravan with a solar system by Arizon and continue to travel to remote areas of Australia.

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