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Beyond the Horizon: Simon Guerard's Journey of Ultra Miles and Medical Insights
- 2024/01/02
- 再生時間： 56 分
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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- 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.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background01:11 Discovering Ultra Marathon Running03:05 The Impact of the Running Community08:21 Pushing Beyond Physical and Mental Limits13:32 Developing a Stubborn and Goal-Oriented Mindset16:21 Balancing Ultra Running with Personal and Professional Commitments21:40 Recovery and Nutrition for Endurance24:29 Training for Ultra Marathon Races28:36 Connection with Nature and Favorite Races38:19 Inspirations and Role Models43:22 The Inspiration of Average People Achieving Extraordinary Feats44:03 The Importance of Work and Money in Life45:14 Transitioning from Pharmacy to Science Research46:40 Bridging the Gap Between Mid-sized and Larger Companies in the Life Science Field48:33 The Purpose and Impact of Working in Medicine49:29 Contributing to the Improvement of Medicine through Research51:48 Life Lessons and Philosophies Learned from Ultra Running52:54 Advice for Those Starting Their Journey in Running or Pushing Their LimitsYou can follow Simon on his Youtube Channel and Instagram!