A six-time Olympic medalist in cycling and speed skating; shes the only athlete in history to win multiple medals in both Summer and Winter Games. No, no, no, she firmly responds. And at the halfway mark of Claras Big Ride, approximately 50,000 people had attended events, We checked in with Hughes about halfway through the Ride about how she is feeling. Ive walked through the Continental Divide on the Great Divide Trail and bike paths all through all of the mountain ranges from the Continental Divide all the way to the coastal spine., Hughes believes that humans need to look more to nature to help guide them in their journeys. Peter has had so many influences on me, Hughes said. In 2006, she was the only Olympian to have won multiple medals at the Summer Games as well as at the Winter Games. And water bottles would freeze. 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. Discover today's celebrity birthdays and explore famous people who share your birthday. Hughes feels she achieved her goal of starting a conversation about mental illness and removing the fear of talking about it. I used to think, What am I doing training for the Olympics when theres so much that needs to be done in mental health? "I was so lucky that tough bastard came into my life when he did because he challenged me," said Hughes. Open since September 2014, the Clara Hughes Public School is located in Oshawa, Ontario. And we bought a bunch of Gu Gels, and Kind bars are really good. I had just come off competitive success, was probably over-training, and I cracked mentally and physically. For example, in my first biking race I won $850 for eighth place, and was top in Manitoba. "And so there I was, this undisciplined, pseudo-amoral girl, young adolescent, and this thing happened inside of me. Yeah, were gonna be messed up! Ive supported myself through sport ever since, through little victories. (Clara says in the past five years, she has spent no more than three weeks at a time in one place.). Like some other former Canadian pro cyclists, Hughes has been bitten by the bikepacking bug. [4] As of 2011, these were the only three cycling medals for Canada.[4]. Hughes was born in Winnipeg, and is a graduate of Elmwood High School. CALGARY -- Clara Hughes rode her bike 11,000 kilometres for 110 days around Canada to get people talking about mental illness. On January 29, 2015, the official opening ceremony was held for a school named after Hughes. Bike camping combines her joys, being outside and camping, and riding her bike. Were better than that. We recently did a bike tour of Vancouver Island and it was fantastic., A post shared by Clara Hughes (@claraannehughes), Hughes got into bikepacking when she rode from Banff to Vancouver Island with her friend. On June 30, 2014, Hughes was honoured with the Meritorious Service Cross (Civil Division). And my husband isnt interested either. The nice thing about bikes, versus hiking, is that the bikes go fast! the Olympian said. So one day I was at home watching TV, flipping channels, and I saw Gaetan Boucher skating. I'm not proud of who I was. There would be an intervention, albeit not of the typical variety. They just work all the time; they should laugh. Her competitive spirit is hers alone, though, and will be one of the qualities that should serve Canada well in its new flag-bearer. 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. This brought her career medals total to six, tying teammate Cindy Klassen as the Canadian athlete with the most medals. He had wanted to kill himself. The American-born Guzman, who became a Canadian citizen last year, is a gentle soul, an adventurer who goes on epic journeys on his bike, in a kayak and on foot. Although in this clip shes doing a hilarious demonstration about skating, the former multiple national champion is very much into cycling again. WebPeter is the current President of the Latin Chamber of Commerce. So, how much is Clara Hughes worth at the age of 50 years old? in the May 2012 issue of Best Health. The idea for this hike grew from Clara and Peters desire to give some of the youth of the program a chance to experience what they had on the land in the Torngats. I wouldnt say I was suicidal, but I did have moments when I felt I didnt want to be here anymore. CALGARY -- Clara Hughes rode her bike 11,000 kilometres for 110 days around Canada to get people talking about mental illness. Clara Hughes was born on 27 September, 1972 in Winnipeg, Canada, is a Canadian speed skater and cyclist. She is entered in the time trial and road race disciplines. I wasn't into really hard drugs, but I was doing a fair amount of soft drugs and just partying a lot. Who Is Clara Hughess Husband? WebSuper stoked to hand-deliver paddleboards to Clara Hughes & Peter Guzman! 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. After placing 10th in the 3000m, she won the bronze medal in the 5000m, just ahead of compatriot Cindy Klassen. She participated in 235 events in 105 communities. No exaggeration: This saved my life [shaking her head]. Clara: [She shrugs and looks a bit surprised.] I cant thank his care workers enough. This article was originally titled "You go, Clara!" Listen and subscribe to get a weekly update with the newsmakers who matter. In 2006, although she had not been asked, she announced she would not carry the Canadian flag during the opening ceremonies of the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy. We have huge mitts on, so we wont be able to go into our pockets. I just knew. WebClara Hughes By maddie.sturgeon Timeline List 1975 1980 1985 1990 1995 2000 2005 Jul 27, 1972, Early Childhood 2006, Torino Winter Olympics 1998, Beginning of her career This isnt about me or one person. But thats going to be epic. "The conversation is stimulated and people are really reaching out more and more and more, but what is there for them to reach out to? Share on LinkedIn. We will not publish comments that link to outside websites. [8] She finished 32nd, with the peloton, in the road race[19] and finished 5th in the road time trial at the 2012 Olympics.[20]. Canadian speed skater and cyclist (1972 - present) Who is Clara Hughes married to? The downward spiral began after her parents split when she was 9. At 50 years old, Clara Hughes height 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. "He was just a drill sergeant and he was just, `Do it. She is from . They met through a mutual friend in 1996. I didn't have a strong sense of right and wrong. Since 2013, Hughes has initiated annual bike rides across Canada in order to raise awareness about mental health. "Peter has introduced me to so many things," she said. Its the same as when Id be standing at the start line, say at a skating race, and Id be terr-i-fied. This is Clara Hughes third time on the CAAWS Most Influential Women List. A few months went by, wed decided this Ride would happen, I was busyand the moment I stopped, when I had a few weeks when I didnt have to travel or do anything, I started feeling that weight again. If you're using an alias, make sure it's unique. Share on Facebook. However, that time is still the Canadian record. As a teenager, being cool was all I wanted to bethats the only thing that matteredand that meant being bad. As you can see in the very funny clip below, Hughes gives us a reminder that practice makes perfect. [9] After winning her gold medal in 2006, she donated $10,000 to Right to Play. Clara Hughess income source is mostly from being a successful Skater. The Winter Olympics are around the corner, so it makes sense that six-time Olympic medallist Clara Hughes is getting into the spirit of things. In May 2011, she took first in the Tour of the Gila, winning two stages. Talking about it is the first step to getting better. And hes an amazing writer; I have a shoebox of handwritten letters from his trips. On June 8, 2010, it was announced that she would receive a star on Canada's Walk of Fame. We are no longer supporting IE (Internet Explorer) as we strive to provide site experiences for browsers that support new web standards and security practices. Guzman also showed her the world was bigger than the limited cycle-oriented world she'd carved out for herself. In 2014, Hughes received the Loyola Medal from Concordia University. Seeing Gaetan Boucher win at speed skating in Calgary meant so much to me. Sometimes she drives me crazy because she demands so much and sometimes I can't handle that. Its a vicious cycle. 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'. [15] At the 2011 Pan American Championships, Hughes won the individual time trial and road race, both by a big margin. Bonnie: When did your struggles with depression start?Clara: After the 1996 Olympics, I suffered two years of depression. "Hughes battled deep depression, which threatened to derail her life, after winning two bronze medals in cycling at the 1996 Olympics. This is a big problem to be solved.". In the summer of the year 2010, it was announced that she would receive a star on the Canadian Walk of Fame and on November 15, 2010, she was inducted into Canada's Sports Hall of Fame. Clara Hughes hardly needs an introduction, so maybe this will do: Shes awesome! is her 'greatest honour', Olympic champions in women's 5000 m speed skating, World champions in women's 5000 m speed skating, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Clara_Hughes&oldid=1134275090, Speed skaters at the 2002 Winter Olympics, Speed skaters at the 2006 Winter Olympics, Speed skaters at the 2010 Winter Olympics, Commonwealth Games gold medallists for Canada, Commonwealth Games bronze medallists for Canada, Pan American Games gold medalists for Canada, Pan American Games silver medalists for Canada, Pan American Games bronze medalists for Canada, Pages using Template:Post-nominals with missing parameters, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 17 January 2023, at 21:31. I got on this hiking rampage, walking kilometres and kilometres of trails. We have estimated 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. Bonnie: Are you close with your parents and sister?Clara: My sister is a mom; shes in Winnipeg. I have to try to make a difference. In July 2011, she finished first in the inaugural Crusher in the Tushar in Beaver, Utah. "I look at that period of my life, I have friends from that time who are severe alcoholics and have major social problems and life problems," said Hughes. She was then named to the 2006 List of Most Influential Women in Sport and Physical Activity by the Canadian Association for Advancement of Women and Sport (CAAWS). It could have been all about cycling through hard crosswinds, driving snow and exhaustion from March 11 to July 1, 2014. And Im going to play my role to its maximum. Bonnie: Do you think the fact that the 2010 Olympics were in Canada inspired kids across our country?Clara: I dont think it, I know it, just like Calgary did for me. They intend to return to the trail in February and eventually complete the 3,746-kilometre trek that traverses 14 U.S. states. Clara Hughes Height, Weight & Measurements At 49 years old, Clara Hughes height is 176 cm (5 ft 9 in) and Weight 69 kg (152 lb). The doctor demystified it for me and told me what I needed to do and said, Were here for you.. I just wouldn't come home. I said, Dad, its Clara, did you see I won the bronze medal? He didnt know who I was. It was their beer of choice because of the higher alcohol content, certainly not for the taste. How is that mother doing whose kid has been on a waiting list for three years to see a mental health professional? And I knew that to do it Id have to improve myself in all waysgo to school, for one. 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