Happy Thursday! I hope the sun is shining in your part of the world.
Name: Peter Mitchelmore
City:
Calgary
Profession:
Joint Venture Analyst
Runner Since: 2009
1. Why did you start running? What pushes you to keep going?
I got into running as a way of getting outside when the weather was nice rather than being stuck in the gym. I had been working out for over a year, having lost weight after a warning from my doctor about my cholesterol being double what it should be. I challenged myself to run the Calgary half-marathon and loved the experience so much I have been training for races ever since. Along with the pure love of running and all the physical and mental benefits it has brought me, I often say that I run for both the old me and the new me.
2. What is your running/fitness routine for a typical week?
I work out seven days a week. Three days are for core/weights, and at least four days running. At the moment I’m on six days of running, so two days a week contain both.
3. What does running mean to you?
I cannot imagine my life without running. It has brought me a sense of freedom, clarity and piece of mind. I am much closer to the person I aspire to be because of running.
4. When did you have your first “a ha” running moment? Tell us about it.
At my first race, approaching the start area. The scale of it compared to Sunday runs along back roads made me think, “wow, I’m going to be part of this?!” The positivity floating in the air gave me such a lift. Still now, I say there’s nothing like race day.
5. What kind of runner are you? Competitive? Recreational? Goal chaser?
An enthusiastic amateur. I set myself ambitious but realistic goals for a race and train accordingly. It’s all the motivation I need to get outside when the weather is bad.
7. What has running taught you about yourself?
I am capable of more than I believed was possible, not only physically, but I also have an everyday sharp mind I never thought I had.
8. Do you have any current running goals?
Going for a 3:10 marathon on June 1 in Calgary. I’d like to keep on lowering all my PBs for as long as that’s realistic.
9. Do you know Warren Pole? I ask this because I know you’re originally from England.
I had to look him up. Aside from watching the London Marathon on TV when growing up, I never took an interest in running until I came to Canada.
10. Is there anything that I didn’t ask that you would like to share?
Most readers here are likely runners already, and not in need of extra motivation, but I hope there’s something from my back story that helps to spread the joy and beauty of running a little further.
Connect with Peter:
Blog:A Touch of the Runs
Twitter:@peterpaopao
Instagram:Instagram.com/peterpaopao
YouTube:YouTube.com/peterpaopao
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Have a wonderful Thursday!
Good Luck on attaining your 3:10 marathon goal Peter! 😀
He's awesome!
Good luck on June 1 Peter! Yours is an inspiring story of hard work that continues to pay off.
He's so motivating!