A Community Formed After Each Step featuring Bernard Abarquez

Today's Leaders for Tomorrow's Future

Jan 29 2022 • 31 mins

In this episode Bernard Abarquez discusses the impact of Project 42 within and beyond the Toronto community. He speaks to his presence as a runner, what goal setting was to him and its connection to his artistry. To Bernard "..every step gets you to that goal.." and "..if you do not reach the goal it does not take away from every step you took".

Bernard Abarquez is an athlete committed to a state and condition of being “fit” both physically and mentally. He has a background in digital media and fine arts and a passion for breakdancing. Bernard is actively involved in Toronto's running community.  In 2021, in honour of his 42nd birthday, Bernard created Project 42, a task that had him running 42 marathons, 1 marathon a week for 42 weeks. Follow him on Instagram.