Meet IN Run Crew member Benjamin David Fraser…
PROFESSION
Bartender and marketing student.
ROLE MODELS
First, my mother. She has been through a lot and has persevered and strived through it all. She’s always been there for me. Second would be my best friend, Bobby. From the day I met him, he’s always pushed me to be myself without worrying about what others thought, leading by example.
IMPACT OF SEXUALITY ON SPORTS WHILE GROWING UP
I think my sexuality affected my ability to feel comfortable in a lot of team-sports settings, but more because of my own insecurities than anything else. I definitely leaned more toward solo sports like snowboarding and skateboarding.
ADVICE TO YOUTH ON OVERCOMING BIASES IN SPORTS
Play the sport for you and no one else, whatever the sport may be. Break molds and be a trailblazer. I love seeing how the world’s views on gender roles are changing, and it would be a privilege to be a part of this movement.
FITNESS STRATEGY
My fitness strategy has evolved a lot since I started working out. Since discovering crossfit while living in Ottawa, I’ve really embraced that fitness style. For cardio, I love to run outside and the Queen West Run Club in Toronto has really helped motivate me to run faster and longer every week.
PERSONAL FITNESS GOALS
For me, fitness is all about happiness. The feeling of finishing a morning run or a great circuit is like no other. My goals are to maximize my energy and keep myself motivated.
HOBBIES
Snowboarding, travel, yoga and fashion.
SOURCE OF INSPIRATION
I have an amazing group of friends who are all so talented, creative and motivated. I’m inspired by each of them daily!
BEST LIFE LESSON SO FAR
It’s never too late to start, but don’t waste a minute.
ABOVE: Benjamin David Fraser is wearing:
Shoes: Nike Zoom hypercroSS TR
Shirt: Nike pro combat Hyperwarm Dri-FiT max FieeeD mock
Shorts: Nike HyperSpeed FlykniT
Tights: Nike pro combat Hyperwarm Compression Hypercamo
(All apparel and shoes by Nike. Availability: Nike Retail Locations and retailers including Sport Chek, Running Room and Foot Locker)
IN Run Crew: Benjamin David Fraser
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