Andy Neilson
Andy has been running for about 3 years now. He started running as a way to lose weight and generally improve his fitness level, but now he runs because it is fun. He is a regular at the Saturday morning runs, and tries to get to the Tuesday runs whenever possible.
Andy is always happy when runners show up looking to set a challenging pace, or want to go for a longer run—but not so long that he misses breakfast with the group! He has been known to run downtown from his home in the west end before joining the rest of the Frontrunners for a run. Andy’s favourite distance is the half-marathon, but runs other distances as well.
Andy is the Race Coordinator for Ottawa Frontrunners, and looks forward to supporting your race goals, whether that is a personal best time or just participating in a race for the first time. To assist his fellow runners with their goals for the National Capital Marathon race weekend, Andy started a Thursday night group to run drills, hills, and speed workouts, which was quite successful.
With all the extra energy he has gained from running, Andy swims regularly with the Rideau Speedeaus. In his spare time, Andy is a software developer.
One of the core runners of the club, Andy rarely misses a Saturday morning run, unless he is running in a race somewhere in the city!
Contributed Content
Andy has contributed the following content to OFR newsletters and Web site:
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