• Beyond the Horizon: Simon Guerard's Journey of Ultra Miles and Medical Insights

  • Jan 2 2024
  • Duración: 56 m
  • Podcast

Beyond the Horizon: Simon Guerard's Journey of Ultra Miles and Medical Insights

  • Resumen

  • Explore the world of ultra-marathon running with Simon Guerard, a French Canadian scientist and trail runner. In this episode of "The Bottom Left Pane," Simon shares his journey from hiking enthusiast to ultra-marathoner, his training regimen, and his adventures in diverse natural environments. Discover how running has influenced his life, providing unique insights into resilience and personal growth.

    Key Takeaways
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    Ultra marathon running is a sport that attracts individuals from diverse backgrounds and motivations.
    - The running community is known for its camaraderie and support, creating a positive and encouraging environment.
    - Pushing beyond physical and mental limits is a key aspect of ultra marathon running, and developing a stubborn and goal-oriented mindset is crucial.
    - Balancing the demands of ultra marathon training with personal and professional commitments requires effective time management and prioritization.
    - Recovery and nutrition play a vital role in maintaining physical and mental resilience during training and races.
    - Training for ultra marathon races involves a combination of long runs, strength training, and adapting to different terrains and climates.
    - Running in diverse natural environments enhances the connection with nature and provides unique race experiences.
    - Inspiration and role models can come from various sources, including family members, fellow runners, and online communities. Professional runners achieve impressive paces that are difficult for average runners to comprehend.
    - The achievements of average people in ultra marathon running make the sport more approachable and inspiring.
    - Transitioning from one field to another can offer new opportunities for personal and professional growth.
    - Working in medicine has a direct impact on patients' lives and requires dedication and problem-solving skills.
    - Contributing to the improvement of medicine through research may not always result in major discoveries, but every small contribution matters.
    - Ultra running teaches valuable life lessons, such as pushing beyond perceived limits and trusting the process.
    - Starting a running journey or pushing personal limits requires patience, enjoyment of the process, and a mindset focused on long-term progress.

    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction and Background
    01:11 Discovering Ultra Marathon Running
    03:05 The Impact of the Running Community
    08:21 Pushing Beyond Physical and Mental Limits
    13:32 Developing a Stubborn and Goal-Oriented Mindset
    16:21 Balancing Ultra Running with Personal and Professional Commitments
    21:40 Recovery and Nutrition for Endurance
    24:29 Training for Ultra Marathon Races
    28:36 Connection with Nature and Favorite Races
    38:19 Inspirations and Role Models
    43:22 The Inspiration of Average People Achieving Extraordinary Feats
    44:03 The Importance of Work and Money in Life
    45:14 Transitioning from Pharmacy to Science Research
    46:40 Bridging the Gap Between Mid-sized and Larger Companies in the Life Science Field
    48:33 The Purpose and Impact of Working in Medicine
    49:29 Contributing to the Improvement of Medicine through Research
    51:48 Life Lessons and Philosophies Learned from Ultra Running
    52:54 Advice for Those Starting Their Journey in Running or Pushing Their Limits

    You can follow Simon on his Youtube Channel and Instagram!
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