MY STORY
The starting signal was fired on October 20th of 1973, in Três Lagoas, Mato Grosso do Sul. I did not have an easy childhood, but nothing ever lacked. I had manners, love, values, and encouragement sponsored by Dona Maria and Seu Raimundo. They are the reason for all my achievements. “You have to study to reach your goals”, said my old man. And how he was right…
I have always been an assertive and dreamy guy. I wanted to wear a tie, be a businessman and live in a big house with windows. So, “pau no cat!”. This expression was many times used by my coach to inject determination into my soul and it did not exist yet. However, the felling was already running in my blood.
I set up the chronometer and pressed play. The journey had begun, and my destiny was a mountain away. I’ve been working since I was eleven years old, from a newsstand to a baker’s assistant. I needed to strive to get to the top, however, not all the paths reached there. Some of them were dangerous, dark and could get me lost. It was sad to see my friends go through these paths and, the truth must prevail, I was terrified of doing the same.
At this very moment, two allies emerge to the story: music and volleyball. In Racionais, Cartola, Luiz Gonzaga’s lines and verses I found inspiration and guidance to continue my journey. It was between serves and attacks that I manage to block any influence that could drag me down to the bottom of the mountain. It was out on volleyball’s court that I also met the love of my life, Adriana.
My routine was study, work and court. Court, work and study. I only stopped for a few hours to sleep. I sweated to put everything together in just one day. The obstacles were endless, however I have never put myself down. I overcame them the way I could. I was in college when I saw my first résumé be thrown in a trash can. I was fired without further notice from my first formal job. I barely didn’t graduate for lack of money. In addition to all saw sport, which was already one of my passions at that moment, almost roll mountain down due to smoking. Many were the reasons to give up, however it was never an option, even more when so many good people were giving me strength.
I have only reached where I am today because I leaned on the shoulders of the greatest. Inspiring people stood for me in every marathon’s stage. Friends, family and even a leader, who had recently hired me and let me borrow his car to assist my mother while she faced a delicate treatment at the hospital. Nothing in life you conquer by yourself. Nothing.
I lived one day after another, always waiting for more, with my head in place, sneakers in my bag and earphones. That Cohab kid has reached the top of the mountain by the Dreams’ Path, but the marathon goes on.
There are many mountains to discover. Therefore, speed up and ‘pau no cat’!
BUSINESSMAN
Today, I am a Commercial and Marketing’s director at Omint Group Brazil. I lead a wonderful team that beats a mountain a day. I always keep in mind: I am a leader, not a boss. I try to be side by side with them on this journey, sharing knowledge and understanding their needs. The experience and discipline I got from running helped me a lot at the office.
I have fulfilled my dream, however it does not mean I think that I am better than anyone. Nothing that I conquer would be worthy if I didn’t keep my personality and manners taught by my parents. I help, talk and connect with everyone the same way, always with a I smile on my face and ready for a nice chat.
THE SPORTSMAN
I owe everything to sports, as I mentioned earlier. Being in a volleyball’s court took me out from places that I do not even like to think. How delightful was the ACM’s times. Until this day, when I do volleyball’s warming up drills I get good feelings from that time. This sport will always have a special place in my heart. I finish all my races as if I was blocking an attack in tribute to what represents the volleyball in my life. But there is no comparison to the train running, my true passion.
It entered in my life as just a hobby in 2005. Little by little, the small races gave place to the big ones. The streets became trails. The will to win changed the level of my technique. The hobby turned out to be a big deal and like everything in my life, I wanted to be one of the greatest, venture the most magnificent mountains and landscapes.
In 2009 I wrote the first chapter of this love story at ‘Cruce de Los Andes’. I have not even crossed the finish line and already knew that there was where I belong. Running with my dirty sneakers in between a breathtaking view.
PRIVATE LIFE
I first hear my alarm at 4:50 AM. I train to start the engines and get my functions done at Omint in the best possible way. After the workday, I do one more training drill. An easy aerobic or a set of weightlifting and stretching. I have a very strict routine, however, it does not mean I do not have time to relax a bit. It is time to taste&play. Music and wine. I very much enjoy these two things. I sing like no one is watching. I know that I do not sing very well, but when I do it, it is always filled with feelings and a glass of wine in hands.
I spend a lot of time with my daughters, Becca and Valen. When I am with them, I play my most important role. Being a dad. I help with homework, I kiss, I hug and I look forward to share de trails with them someday.
This is my life, loads of training sessions and work, while making what I like the most with the people I love the most.
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Running in the Dreams’ Path.
168 pages to tell you my story and prove that anyone can make their dreams come true with only one word: determitation.
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André Coutinho
O leão das montanhas
André Coutinho
‘André, the Mountains’ Lion’ is one of the greatest responsible of putting me on track of the long distances. My buddy of many races and training.
Gabriel
Play
Gabriel
Gabriel is the one who takes care of my physical structure and make my weigh training workouts. With him, there is no time to complain or whining around. It is hardcore training.
Weder Paulino
O Edinho
Weder Paulino
25 years of stories with this brother who life gave me. On trails, he is a locomotive. Strong and constant, does not stop until he reaches his destiny.
Thiago Galvão
Mini Cooper
Thiago Galvão
He found out the trail running by accident and after that he became ‘The Best’. His ride times are outrageous, but even so he does not start to show off. Example of humbleness.
Paula Narvaez
Paula Narvaez
She is the most popular and charismatic runner that I know. You just have to research “Corre Paula”. You will only find her. Do you want to make something successful? Tell her your idea and you will see how it goes. Train with her and you will see how you will improve.
Sr. Lindauvo
O troféu
Sr. Lindauvo
“Good mooooorning! Let’s gooooooo” was what I heard at the first time I met this guy and my routine became much lighter after that. It may seem silly, but for me was remarkable. Seu Lindauvo is the good humor in the flesh. I carry his essence in all my races.
Adriana Lopes
A Nana
Adriana Lopes
If it was not for her, I would not be here telling you these stories. My partner of life and trails. She makes running her lifestyle. Is it possible not to love her?
Cris Faccin
Anna Frost
Cris Faccin
If one day you train with her, brace yourself, because it is not a coincidence that I call her the Brazilian Anna Frost. Cris owns a strength and energy that are not find in any isotonic or gel. Training with her is intense and very fulfilling.
Marcelo Sinoca
Marcelo Sinoca
One of the coaches with more experience in Brazil. Thanks to him, I developed my running technique and equipment use. He introduced me the most beautiful and challenging trails in the country. He is more than my coach, he is my friend. Long live the Master Sinoca!
Edson Fernandes / Sandrão
Edson Fernandes / Sandrão
Edsão
Always with a smile on his face, this guy pushed me to give the first steps. Listening to rock'n’roll while running, no one beats him.Sandrão
One of my Volley’s buddies. Without him maybe I would not have got to college. Sandrão has lent me some money to pay my enrollment. I own him more than everything.SPEAK YOUR MIND
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