Meet IN Run Crew member Sascha Hass…
Profession
Co-founder and creative partner of Boltz & Hase, Design Studio, www.boltzhase.de
Role Models
My entire family, especially my sister—the person I admire and look up to.
Ways You Overcame Any Anti-Gay Prejudices
Coming out was not very difficult for me. My parents, family and friends haven been very supportive and welcoming of my partner into the family. I am so grateful to be living in a place that is so open and supportive of LGBTA rights.
Advice to Young People on Overcoming Biases in Sports
Stay true to yourself, focus on your goals and don’t let anybody destroy your passion.
Personal Fitness Goals
To bring my best to every sport activity in which I participate. If I reach my goal, I push myself to achieve that little bit more. Never stand still!
Fitness Strategy
I focus on a healthy lifestyle, am active in a variety of sports activities, and I work out regularly to maintain a good physique, so that I can be as good as I can at my sport.
Hobbies
Beach volleyball, snowboarding, running and gymnastics. I am also interested in the art and design scenes.
Inspiration Source
The people around me and their personal success. To see my family, friends and colleagues achieving their goals makes me proud and inspires me to do as well as they do or even better.
Best Life Lesson So Far
I try to learn from my failings, acknowledge my limitations and set realistic goals for myself.
ABOVE: Sascha Hass is wearing:
DRI-FIT COOL POLKA STRIPE TAILWIND, $65
5” PHENOM 2-IN-1 SHORTs, $80
AIR ZOOM ELITE 8, $150
(All apparel and shoes by Nike. Availability: Nike Retail Locations and retailers including Sport Chek, Running Room and Foot Locker)
POST A COMMENT