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Greg Burford
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Name: Greg Burford

Location: Maraylya (Hawkesbury District)

Marital status: Married

Children: Ellie, Daniel and Hannah

Profession: Chartered Accountant

 

Why triathlon? Triathlon provides variety in training and racing that stimulates the desire to get out there each day to enjoy and improve.
Upcoming goals Australian Ironman, 2010. It has been the main training and racing focus over the past decade. At some stage I would like to do a major off-road run or adventure race. Maybe in a couple of years. Keep track of Greg's countdown to Ironman Australia.
Stengths My run is stronger than my bike is a lot stronger than my swim.
Proudest moment in sport That is too hard. There have been many satisfying achievements. I suppose my earliest achievement which instilled the notion 'to complete is to win' was at the National Championship 160km one day endurance ride (horse) at 17y/o. I placed about 18th. However, just finishing with a sound horse and receiving the coveted Quilty buckle was a great achevement for me.
Personal bests 7th in 400km in 5 days Shahzada endurance test (horse) at 17yo; Hawkesbury River Bridge to Bridge water ski race 2nd 6.0L inboard; Sub-10hr at Ironman Aus in 2006; Sub-3hr at Sydney Marathon this year. Get the endurance theme!
What is the key to successful training? Consistency, consistency and consistency. Plus rest when needed. Not over training and listen to the coach!! Oh, and listen to the wife!!
What motivates you the most? Striving for the perfect race. Knowing life is only so long and enjoying that time with family and friends.
Your words of wisdom A great saying of mine, which I try to apply in work, sport and life - Never Never Quit.

 

 

 

 

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