Pacer Profile – Basil Pappas
Age: 41
Work: Realtor®, RE/MAX Crown Real Estate Ltd.
Date Joined Pacers: April 2009
What running has brought to my life:
Running a marathon is a testament to strength, commitment and endurance. There are always rough stretches along the way that test one`s resolve. Running has taught me that if I can push through the mental & physical challenges of the marathon there are absolutely no obstacles in life which I cannot overcome.
Running Goal: To run a sub 3 hour marathon at Boston in April 2013 and re-qualify.
Personal Best:
5km: 20:06 Moose Jawg – July 2011
10km: 41:16 Royal Road Race – May 2011
½ Marathon: 1:29:01 Flatlanders Half Marathon – October 2011
Marathon: 3:10:57 Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon – October 2011
Favourite Quote:
“If you want to run, run a mile. If you want to experience a different life, run a marathon.” Emil Zatopek, winner of 3 gold medals 1952 Summer Olympics (5k, 10k & Marathon)
Favourite Running Mantra: 1, 2… 1, 2…1, 2, 3, 4; 1, 2… 1, 2…1, 2, 3, 4… etc…
Other Interests:
Travel, photography, music, wine, sports etc…
