To her, it looked like Boucher was floating on the ice. And Im going to play my role to its maximum. She has a star on the Canada Walk of I got my ass kicked. Open since September 2014, the Clara Hughes Public School is located in Oshawa, Ontario. How is that mother doing whose kid has been on a waiting list for three years to see a mental health professional? The doctor demystified it for me and told me what I needed to do and said, Were here for you.. We arent sponsored by anybody because we need to have a variety of foods and drinks or well get totally sick of them. [4] As of 2011, these were the only three cycling medals for Canada.[4]. A participant at the 1990, 1994 and 2002 Commonwealth Games, Hughes won gold in the time trial (road, 2002), bronze in the points race on the velodrome (2002), and silver in the 50km team time trial (1994, with Alison Sydor, Anne Samplonius, and Lesley Tomlinson). And I kind of like that. It was hard growing up with an alcoholic father. In the 2000/2001 season, Hughes made a successful comeback to speed skating, participating in the World Single Distance Championships in Salt Lake City, where she finished 11th in the 3000m. Hughes is one of the few athletes who have competed in both the Summer and Winter Olympic games. On January 29, 2010, she was announced as the Canadian Flag Bearer for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. [40], On January 29, 2015, the official opening ceremony was held for a school named after Hughes. I wasn't into really hard drugs, but I was doing a fair amount of soft drugs and just partying a lot. Share on Facebook. She participated at the 1991, 1995, 1999 and 2003 Pan American Games and won eight Pan American Games medals. I try to achieve a mind-body onenessjust doing and being.. In an RTP learning session that was held at this team training camp, Clara spoke passionately to her fellow team members: Lets do more than just put Right to Play on our jerseys. I am still "He lets you believe in the possibilities and never limit yourself to one way. Society doesnt support mental illness. "He was just a drill sergeant and he was just, `Do it. We will not publish: Comments written that are poorly spelled; or are written in caps; or which use strange formatting to get noticed. But this past year, Ive really got back into cycling, and I forgot how much joy it is for me to ride a bike. She has the qualities of a true leader. Its terrifying when I feel low, so I talk to someone who can prevent me from dragging down any lower. In the Interior there is a particular tribe that listened to their elders who said someday this lake bed will fill up again one day so you need to build high and the tribe was able to not be impacted by the floods as they did build high., Like all Canadians, Hughes has seen the images of the floods that have decimated much of the B.C. Seriously, though, I just dont have that desire. There is a plaque there in her honour describing her training and accomplishments. [28] Her memoir, Open Heart, Open Mind, was published in 2015.[29]. Comments are not open on some news articles; Bell Media reserves the right to choose commenting availability. Here's what more than $1M can get you in Canada, Rare Canadian stamp expected to fetch hefty price at Ottawa auction, NDP leader says Liberal government is waging war against the working class, Sask. She went from failing school to becoming a straight-A student. When we witness the devastation from the extraction industry all over this country, I think its important that the more people can be outside, they can feel closer to the natural side. When Hughes rode through British Columbia, she was aghast at the level of destruction from deforestation and the forest fires. Hughes relied on husband Peter Guzman, who rode with her, and a support team to help her to the finish line. "I was just, `Omigod, I want to do that. After that it got really bad. Her mother called the Winnipeg Speed Skating Club and found out there was a spring training camp. WebLuckily she met Peter Guzman, the man who swept her away to long mountain hikes, cycle touring, was not demanding or critical, and introduced her to the writings of Jack Kerouac, Hunter S. Thompson, Bruce Lee and Joseph Campbell. [laughs] As we go from point A to point B, Ill be thinking about everything that happened that morning and the night before at the events. We can show that we are more than just athletes. I love my dad and he inspires me; he had really beautiful traits like his sense of benevolence and his support and passion for the arts, and they absolutely live through me. So one day I was at home watching TV, flipping channels, and I saw Gaetan Boucher skating. JF: I understand you experienced some personal challenges growing up in Manitoba. And then his dementia began. Shes back on the bike with her eyes firmly set on London 2012. WebHughes touched down in towns in Labrador, Nunavut and Northwest Territories before embarking on the toughest cycling leg of the journey. A one-hour television special chronicling her journey airs Wednesday on CTV and will also be available all day on CTV.ca and CraveTV. CTV, TSN 2012 London Olympics, airdate: July 29, 2012, circa 10h45am EDT, CTV, SportsNet 2012 London Olympics, airdate August 1, 2012, circa 8:40am, who have competed in both the Summer and Winter Olympic games, podium finishes in the Winter and Summer versions of the Games, Canadian Association for Advancement of Women and Sport, opening ceremonies of the 2010 Winter Olympics, opening ceremonies of the 2006 Winter Olympics, Opening Ceremonies of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games, List of Olympians who won medals in the Summer and Winter Games, "London 2012: Hesjedal and Hughes to lead Canadian road cycling team at London Games", "Who's competed in the summer and winter Olympics? Rain will be the worst; cold is more manageable. I really got into hiking, Hughes said. Michael D. Reid Jun 12, 2014 6:15 PM. [25] Hughes uses her past struggles with depression to relate to others and to help combat issues including the stigma involved with mental health issues. Clara and Peter hiked for a week in the Torngat Mountains last summer, and then spent time with myself and the other youth in the 2013 kANGIDLUASUk Student Program. A woman struggling with an eating disorder says in the documentary that she was told by her doctor to "just eat something". How many times has Clara Hughes been married? "It makes me realize I will be competitive until my grave. But she would eventually burn out and after a series of injuries quit cycling briefly, only to revive her career under coach Eric Van Den Eynde in Quebec, where she would settle in the Eastern Townships. We are in a bad place as humanity, but theres always beautiful stories, inspiration, Hughes said. It will be long, it will be hard. With her experience and endurance earned through cycling, Hughes went on to a successful career competing in the 3,000m and 5,000m. This would eventually lead her to medal in these long-distance events at the Winter Olympics. Id be thinking, Oh my God, youre at the Olympics. My brain makes unreasonable requests of my body, she admits. Hughes was also a world record holder on 10,000m track with 14:19.73 on March 13, 2007, on the Olympic Oval in Calgary, which was beaten by Martina Sblkov one year later. On January 16, 2012, The Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women and Sport and Physical Activity (CAAWS) announced Hughes as one of twenty women selected to the Most Influential Women in Sport and Physical Activity list (MIW) for 2011. (I hadnt realized she is five foot nine.) Im 49 years old and Im still looking for trees for a place to hang my hammock and put my tent. As a result of her success in multiple sports and her humanitarian efforts, Hughes was named to both the Order of Manitoba and as an Officer of the Order of Canada. [Now her eyes go very intense, and she leans in close, and speaks in a low, steady voice.] Clara Hughes gave me a reassuring squeeze around the shoulders and gave me her favourite medal to wear in the picture I was taking with her. WebClara Hughes is an athlete for all seasons. The hill, which leaves downtown Dundas and heads North for 1.5 km, was made famous in 2015 when it was officially named Claras climb by the city of Dundas, in honour of Hughes. Hughes was inspired, but initially still regressed into her old bad habits. Does Clara Hughes have a husband? With the pandemic still looming, she plays things day by day in terms of her new adventures, as well as listening to nature as to how she will plan her next trip, given some of the unpredictable weather all over the world. Olympian, author, and all-round adventurer Clara Hughes has seen her fair share of wet, windy and challenging nights. And she's experienced them all exposed to the elements from the seat of her bicycle. A four-time participant of the women's Tour de France, Hughes has won the 1994 Women's Challenge and the 1997 Liberty Classic. Inspired by Joey Cheek, who donated his gold medal bonus to Right to Play, Hughes donated $10,000 of her own money to Right to Play after her 2006 gold medal win in the 5000m. (Canada did not give out medal bonuses at the time). CALGARY -- Clara Hughes rode her bike 11,000 kilometres for 110 days around Canada to get people talking about mental illness. There was this kid in Ethiopia whod had his hand blown off by a land mine. But back to speedskating. But she sees Canada's health system and how it treats mental illness as another mountain to be climbed. My mother and I are very close, and shes a role model for me. Each day means a ride of anywhere from less than 100 kilometres up to about 200, with most Sundays as rest days. I wouldnt say I was suicidal, but I did have moments when I felt I didnt want to be here anymore. In November 2010, she announced a comeback, indicating her desire to race at the 2012 Summer Olympics. and Alberta. [23] During the games she won a bronze medal in the 5,000 metres which was also the final Olympic speed skating race of her career. 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But its about the Canadian story that is different in every community, and I just cant wait for that story to be told. Hughes started speed skating at the age of 16, and then took up the sport of cycling at the age of 17. [16][17] In May 2011, she took first in the Tour of the Gila, winning two stages. And he kayaked from Washington State to Skagway, Alaskaalso solo. Its an unheard-of featepic, as Hughes herself rightly describes it. We challenge each other, and we have a unique lifestyle, living in remote places. I want every person in the community or school to feel that their story is the most important one on this tour. At the ceremony, Hughes said, "It is without exception the greatest honour that I have in my life, to have my name here."[41]. [35], On September 23, 2010, she received an honorary degree from the University of New Brunswick in a special Toronto ceremony. Hughes is an officer of the Order of Canada, a member of Canadas Sports Hall of Fame, a 19-time national cycling champion. My mom would be so worried about me. I think in B.C. Many burn out. Clara Hughes hardly needs an introduction, so maybe this will do: Shes awesome! Talking about it is the first step to getting better. Works (1) Titles: Order: Open Heart, Open Mind by Clara Hughes: Character description. I love kids, but other peoples kids. document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Get the digital edition of Canadian Cycling Magazine. What am I saying or doing? Her time of 6:55.73 became a new track record, though her time was soon beaten by Stephanie Beckert of Germany and gold medalist Martina Sblkov of the Czech Republic. Throughout her career Hughes received a number of other awards, trophies, and accolades. It's about 10 different stories along the way of predominantly younger Canadians and what their struggle was, what their story is.". And I just didn't care. I started kicking a ball with these little boys. Published Tuesday, January 27, 2015 10:42AM EST, 11,000 kilometres later: Highlights from Clara's Big Ride, Canadian, back home from Ukraine, shares harrowing stories of life on the front lines, Winnipeg woman's husband dies on honeymoon in Mexico, B.C. The next day her mom was driving her to a friend's house and Hughes blurted out that she wanted to go to the Olympics and be a speed skater. As you can see in the very funny clip below, Hughes gives us a reminder that practice makes perfect. [27] In 2015, a CTV-produced documentary Clara's Big Ride premiered on the fifth annual Bell Let's Talk Day (a national mental health awareness day in Canada). She also won two bronze medals in cycling at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. She was named Female Athlete of the Year by Speed Skating Canada in 2004 for long track. I was wasting my life. On September 23, 2010, she received an honorary degree from the University of New Brunswick in a special Toronto ceremony. Clara Hughes, OC, OM, MSC OLY[3] (born September 27, 1972) is a Canadian cyclist and speed skater who has won multiple Olympic medals in both sports. Already 5-foot-9, she wore a lot of makeup and didn't even have to use fake ID to purchase a couple of two-fours from a local beer vendor. A post shared by Clara Hughes (@claraannehughes). For example, Peter walked the Continental Divide solo from Mexico to Canada; it took him seven months, walking 45 miles a day with a backpack. He is the person Im closest to. Canadian speed skater and cyclist (1972 - present) Who is Clara Hughes married to? We welcome your comments. If I could control anything, Id say please let the wind be at our backs. "I always try to go back to something that allows me to struggle and allows me to endure and allows me to feel just a very silent satisfaction of having gotten through.". Thats a cool place for me., The pandemic has had an effect on all of our lives, along with so many things happening as a society and with our environment. Not enough? On February 12, 2010, she was the Canadian Olympic Team flag bearer for the Opening Ceremonies of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver. Yeah, were gonna be messed up! Hughes husband of 18 years, Peter Guzman, is doing the entire Ride with her, and Hughes has lined up three close cyclist friends who, one at a time, will join them along the way. And well have hot drinks in our bottles too, like tea with honey. [39], On June 30, 2014, Hughes was honoured with the Meritorious Service Cross (Civil Division). [11] She was inspired to begin skating after witnessing Gatan Boucher at the 1988 Winter Olympics. Klassen set a new record in the same games, winning five medals in Turin, for a total of six. RTP sets the stage to make it okay to have fun, even for disabled people and girls. [33][34], On June 8, 2010, it was announced that she would receive a star on Canada's Walk of Fame. However, that time is still the Canadian record. We recently did a bike tour of Vancouver Island and it was fantastic.. document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Get the digital edition of Canadian Cycling Magazine. Thru-Hiker Clara Redfeather Hughes In Canada, Clara Hughes is a household name. [6][7][8] Hughes was the first Canadian woman to win a medal in road cycling at the Olympics, winning two in the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.[4]. And the greatest one has been the love of riding a bike and the adventures. I was walking on the road where we live, in the back country in Utah, and felt disconnected with myself. Hughes is one of only five people to have podium finishes in the Winter and Summer versions of the games, and is the only person ever to have won multiple medals in both. On April 27, 2013, the steep hill on Sydenham Road in Dundas, Ontario on which she trained for seven years was officially renamed 'Clara's Climb'. The six-time Olympic medallist has mostly been walking, using her bike mostly for commuting or getting groceries. She is also the National Spokesperson for the Bell 'Let's Talk Mental Health' initiative, including Bell 'Let's Talk Day'. We sat down with Clara Hughes a few days before she began the epic 12,000 kilometre, 110-day ride known as Claras Big Ride, Source: Best Health magazine, Summer 2014, In case you hadnt heard, Clara Hughes is cycling the circumference of Canada. Her early days certainly didn't foreshadow a speed skater who would donate $10,000 out of her own bank account to the humanitarian group Right To Play after winning gold at the 2006 Turin Olympics. I used to wonder at the time, Why me? Now I know why: because Im in a position to help others by talking about it. Throughout her career Hughes received a number of other awards, trophies, and accolades. She's tough as nails, has an incredible pain threshold and refuses to accept anything less than the best from herself. Then we could get snow in the Rockies. It's exciting. She participated at the 1991, 1995, 1999 and 2003 Pan American Games and won eight Pan American Games medals. I dont ride my bike daily, I wish I did, but when I do I absolutely love it. sisters who say they were wrongfully convicted are victims of systemic racism: lawyers, WATCH: Waves crash against seawall amid Spanish wintry storm, Celebrities announce contracting COVID after Golden Globes. He has his own comfort zone. WebPeter is the current President of the Latin Chamber of Commerce. [9] After winning her gold medal in 2006, she donated $10,000 to Right to Play. Hughes husband of 18 years, Peter Guzman, is doing the entire Ride with her, and Hughes has lined up three close cyclist friends who, one at a time, will join them along the way. Hughes won two bronze in the 1996 Summer Olympics and four medals (one gold, one silver, two bronze) over the course of three Winter Olympics. It's been almost seven months since the 42-year-old from Winnipeg concluded her epic ride on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. [12] She started with speed skating, but in 1990 she moved to competitive cycling, competing in track cycling and road cycling. ". Ill never forget that moment in 1988it still gives me chills and I still have that passion. She was there with her road team, sponsored by Specialized bikes and Lululemon. Her time of 6:55.73 became a new track record, though her time was soon beaten by Stephanie Beckert of Germany and gold medalist Martina Sblkov of the Czech Republic. On Thursday night, I stood beside a six-time Olympic medalist powerhouse, tears streaming down my cheeks. Id thought I could do this alone. Hughes and her husband Peter Guzman are celebrating their 25th year of being in each others lives, and they spend as much time outside as possible. At the 2011 Pan American Championships, Hughes won the individual time trial and road race, both by a big margin. Hughes feels she achieved her goal of starting a conversation about mental illness and removing the fear of talking about it. It did., Since Bell Lets Talk Day on Jan. 28, #ClarasBigRide and #Bell_LetsTalk have been used more than 100,000 times. If you have trouble reading the characters in the picture, click it to see a new one. Clara Hughes @claraaanehughes. Hes a beautiful man. Someone called out, Hey, Clara, how far did you go? She tossed her reply casually over her shoulder, her red hair swinging back: Oh, 200K. The guys jaw dropped as she skipped up the stairs with her bike in one hand. She was named Female Athlete of the Year by Speed Skating Canada in 2004 for long track. In 2015, a CTV-produced documentary Clara's Big Ride premiered on the fifth annual Bell Let's Talk Day (a national mental health awareness day in Canada). I just think that we really, really need to take a hard look at what were doing. I went through a lot and was just crying, crying, crying in his office and getting a lot of stuff out. At this point, Peter and I are more comfortable in a tent than indoors. Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2021-2022. Hughes started speed skating at the age of 16, and then took up the sport of cycling at the age of 17. I have to try to make a difference. Theres nothing better than stealth camping, Hughes explained. In the cold, eating while riding is a problem. I'm going to be that one day,'" recalled Hughes. On November 15, 2010, Hughes was inducted into Canada's Sports Hall of Fame. She sometimes rode 200 kilometres in a day. It was their beer of choice because of the higher alcohol content, certainly not for the taste. Much of what drives me is living through that and seeing someone who wouldnt admit they had a problem. Thats what I dream of.(new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=211270ca-96aa-42a9-9b9e-124313270ee0&cid=877050e7-52c9-4c33-a20b-d8301a08f96d'; cnxps.cmd.push(function () { cnxps({ playerId: "211270ca-96aa-42a9-9b9e-124313270ee0" }).render("1d22893a55fb43ee89ad9fbeafd44000"); }); As the magazine partner for Claras Big Ride, Best Health had the chance for a candid talk with her on a cold, snowy morning in Toronto just days before she headed out on the ride of her life. Peter has had so many influences on me, Hughes said. 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