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Paula Wiltse

5k to 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon
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Brockville
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Paula is a proud mom of 2 kids Joah (her triathlete) and Josh (her swimmer) and a crazy ass dog named Riggs (her GWP).

About Paula

Paula came back to running later in life and it didn’t take her long to realize how much she needed running as a person. Running re-taught Paula how to go after what she wanted and how to achieve goals she had set her herself. Every aspect of Paula's life has been touched by running. She met my husband through running, her closest friends, and so many people that she respects and admires. Paula is one of Canada's top master runners and believes that success can be found in running at any age.
Paula speaks
  • English

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My Coaching Philosophy

I believe in consistency, patience, and perseverance when trying to achieve goals. There will always be good and bad days in training, racing, and in everyday life. If you allow yourself to take a moment on both the good and bad, you will be able to enjoy the process much more.

  • 5km
    00:17:02
    Ottawa/Emilie's Run, 2008
  • 8km
    00:28:09
    Kingston/Beat Beethoven, 2004
  • 10km
    00:33:35
    Toronto/Sporting Life, 2004
  • 1/2 marathon
    01:17:40
    Niagara Falls/Niagara International, 2006
  • Marathon
    02:48:53
    Niagara Falls/Niagara International, 2013

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Greg Tricco
Mount Pearl, NL

Flexible to my personal and family needs

Paula has been an indispensable part of my running journey. She has been excellent at keeping me on task and prepared for my running goals while having a friendly ear and being flexible to my personal and family needs. Paula has not only helped me reach my goals, but unlock unrealized potential.

Interview

  • Favourite race type and why?

    Although most of my career highlights seem to be at the marathon distance, my favourite distance to race is 5km. I love training and racing this distance. Even as a master’s runner, I enjoy hitting the track or road and doing short intensity workouts. Speed is important to train for any distance. The best part is being able to put that speed to the test in a 5km race. You can lay it on the line and know its over quick. It’s just a different kind of pain.

  • Favourite post-workout treat or go-to place?

    I am not going to lie…I do have a bit of a sweet tooth! So, I do treat myself quite often.

    But my usual post-workout go-to is Starbucks for a coconut milk latte with cinnamon.

  • Most memorable race?

    Freihofers Run for Women 5km in Albany, NY
    Also, 2014 Boston Marathon which was the year after the bombing. So much emotion and appreciation for what we are able to do as runners

  • Favourite workout?

    Straight up 400m repeats!

  • Sunrise or sunset?

    Sunrise

  • Coffee or tea?

    Coffee

  • What did you last take a photo of?

    My dog Riggs

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