Name
Tyrrell Schmidt
Where do you currently live?
Philadelphia with a lot of time spent in Chicago
When did you get involved with Achilles Philadelphia?
2013
How did you find out about Achilles International?
My company, Cigna, is very involved with Achilles around the globe and one of our employees started Philly Achilles
When did running become a part of your life?
Many, many years ago when I was in college (so many years that I am surprised that my knees have held up)
What do you gain from running?
A sense of accomplishment, fitness, and with Achilles, so much more.
What is your favorite distance to run?
Half marathons – though I love the challenge of an occasional marathon
What is your most significant running accomplishment to date?
The Dopey Challenge at Disney and “The Greatest Race on Earth” which was four half marathons in four months in four countries (Hong Kong, Singapore, Mumbai, Nairobi)
Who/what is your biggest inspiration?
Challenge is my biggest inspiration – I’m really uncomfortable with status quo
What quality best describes your personality?
Committed – to family, friends, work.
What do you do for fun or a hobby in your spare time?
In addition to spending time with my family, running and travel are my greatest passions
Do you have a favorite quote?
“It’s better to be interested. Not interesting” –by Joe Schmidt (words to live by)
What motivates you to keep coming back to the chapter workouts?
The people – hands down, the most amazing group I have ever had the pleasure to be a part of.
If you were speaking to a prospective volunteer or athlete and could only convey one thing about Achilles Philadelphia what would it be?
Same as Q15. It is TRULY the most amazing group of people – generous, fun, kind and committed – to a person.