Jan Carlos Núñez García, a young man from Havana, has set a new national record by running an astounding 100 miles (160 kilometers) from Guanabo to the famous resort town of Varadero. This incredible achievement was completed on March 29, as reported by the official press.
The 25-year-old ultramarathon runner, who works as a chef, embarked on his journey at 4:00 p.m. to ensure he arrived in time for the Sixth Edition of the Varadero Marathon, held the following day, March 30. "I wanted to do something monumental for the Varadero marathon. This idea had been brewing for a while, so one day I just got up and decided to go for it. I chose that route because of the scenic coastline. Honestly, the explanation is simple: I wanted to conquer the 160 kilometers. The distance was daunting, but I was determined to push my limits," he explained about his journey.
He admitted that the most challenging part of the marathon occurred near the city of Matanzas. The remaining 25 miles (40 kilometers) to Varadero were particularly grueling: "By then, my shoes were soaked, and fatigue was overwhelming. Frustration set in because I was surpassing the 100-kilometer mark, which felt like an endless wall."
His strategy to persevere was to break the distance down into manageable segments. The race was marked by both physical exertion and tears of exhaustion. "I ran many miles crying, not because I couldn't go on, but because it helped me release stress, which was beneficial," he shared.
After achieving this milestone, Núñez García aims to participate in international events and dreams of running across the entire island of Cuba: "I aspire to traverse the island from Cabo de San Antonio to Punta de Maisí. I believe this would prove I'm ready for something even bigger. It could be my ultimate training ground."
His training was supported by his teammate July Peláez Díaz and Olympic silver medalist Rodolfo Falcón, who assisted him in refining his technique.
FAQs about Jan Carlos Núñez García's Marathon Achievement
What motivated Jan Carlos Núñez García to run from Guanabo to Varadero?
Jan Carlos wanted to accomplish something significant for the Varadero Marathon. The idea of running such a long distance had been in his mind for some time, and he decided to undertake the challenge to push his limits and enjoy the coastal scenery.
What was the toughest part of the run for Núñez García?
The most challenging segment was near the city of Matanzas, with the last 40 kilometers to Varadero being particularly difficult due to wet shoes and overwhelming fatigue.
Who supported Jan Carlos Núñez García during his training?
His teammate July Peláez Díaz and Olympic silver medalist Rodolfo Falcón helped him during his preparation, providing guidance and technique improvement.
What are Jan Carlos Núñez García's future goals?
Núñez García aspires to participate in international events and dreams of running across Cuba from Cabo de San Antonio to Punta de Maisí, using it as preparation for even larger challenges.