THIS IS MY WHY - CHLOÉE

Sports have always been part of my life. I started moving when I was 4 years old, and honestly, I never stopped. I’ve tried all kinds of activities, especially team sports — they’ve always been my way of releasing stress and feeling good in my body and mind.

As a healthcare worker, physical activity means even more to me. It helps me take care of myself, but also sets an example and promotes health around me. Over the years, I’ve done it all — ringette, running, crossfit, cheerleading... Moving helps me escape, push my limits, and spend quality time with my family and friends.

I started running because I needed a new challenge. I wanted something that was me vs. me — something that would push me further. My sister and my cousin were already runners, and watching them race inspired me. I’d go cheer them on, feel the vibe, and think: I want to feel that too. That’s how I fell into the world of running, a few years ago.

And I won’t lie — I doubt myself all the time. Some days are really hard. Working full-time, feeling tired, sore... there are days when I just want to quit. But I remind myself that it’s by showing up, over and over, that we reach our goals. So I get back up and go again. I also surround myself with people who lift me up. Sometimes just being around them is enough to keep me going.

My journey taught me that anything is possible when you truly want it. Discipline is something you learn — it’s not always easy, especially when you're working 40+ hours a week and trying to make time for friends and family. But that’s when you need to remember why you started. After a 12-hour shift, I put on my running shoes without even thinking, because otherwise I know I won’t do it.

There are days when I’ve skipped workouts because I was exhausted. I’ve had 16-hour shifts. And that’s okay. Rest is part of the process too. You have to listen to your body. But through it all, I’ve learned that with discipline, consistency, and the right people around you — you can achieve so much more than you think.

Chloée