PROFILE
Born in 1976. After gaining experience at an apparel brand, he started his own brand, "R.D.S." . . Later, in 2016, he also launched the running gear brand "Eldresso. As a runner himself, he participates in various competitions and organizes running events.
I want to be with running for the rest of my life , so I try not to overdo it.
AQZAWA: How did you get started in running?
AQZAWA:. I was on the track team when I was in high school. It was a strong school in Gunma , and was a regular participant in the national high school ekiden relay race. That is where I started running.
Why did you join the track team?
AQZAWA:I failed to pass the private school entrance exam for high school . When I had no choice but to enter a public school, I consulted with my teacher, and since I was quick on my feet, I managed to get into the high school through some kind of recommendation. So I had no choice but to join the track team. So, I didn't really want to run (laughs).
How did you like the track and field team , and how did you like it?
AQZAWA:It was very hard. I couldn't keep up with practice at all. When I joined the team, I was determined to do my best, but the other members of the track and field team were much stronger than me, so I experienced a lot of frustration. I joined the university track team with a sports recommendation, but I could not become a regular member. That is when I stopped running.
I haven't run since then.
AQZAWA:Yes, all the way to my late 30s .
Why did you decide to run again at that time?
AQZAWA:I was invited by a business partner. I went to a treerun event in Yamanashi and ran 15 kilometers. I was a member of the track team and thought it would be easy, but it was really tough (laughs). But it was a lot of fun. It was exhilarating, and I genuinely felt that running was fun.
How fast have you been running lately?
AQZAWA:Basically I run 7 times a week, averaging about 10 km a day . Sometimes I take a break if I am tired or have a strong desire to go out drinking. So, I land on about 250 to 280 kilometers per month in total.
Do you feel guilty about taking time off?
AQZAWA:. there are times when that happens. . especially during times when I am running stoically. I feel like I'm in debt because I took the day off and have to run 20 kilometers on the weekend (laughs). (Laughs.) When I am so preoccupied, I gradually get tired. So I try to take a break these days. Then I started enjoying myself again.
. It's nice to be able to maintain a good distance and balance in such a way.
AQZAWA:I think it's because I failed once when I was a student. Now I want to be involved with running for the rest of my life, so I try not to push myself too hard.
What do you enjoy about running?
AQZAWA:It's hard when I'm running. In fact, it's not fun at all. . but the good feeling after the run outweighs it. . And as I continue to run, my time gradually improves, and another vector of enjoyment is born.
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