In 2010, the One Mile Runner is going international; actually intercontinental. At 47 years old, David O’Meara is attempting to run 6 one-mile races, in 6 weeks, on 6 continents in less than 30 minutes total time… that’s less than 5 minutes each on average (he has no interest in running in Antarctica, especially in their winter). This new event introduces the challenges of international travel including long flights, jet lag, unfamiliar accommodations and unpredictable food (he’s a vegan); some brutal summer climates; unfavorable course conditions; and unusual regional illnesses. The impact of any one of these challenges can be detrimental to the completion of the event.

Race Directors have been hired in all six locations to ensure that the courses are professionally measured and the races are officially timed. Here are the details on the six races:

As an advocate for athletes over 30, David will be hosting free hands-on Fitness Seminars for the communities he will be visiting. The seminars will teach attendees of all ages how to prevent injury, increase athletic performance and experience better functional living. Sharing his new fitness program and his experience as a personal trainer, the seminars will focus on motivating athletes and non-athletes to set and achieve personal fitness goals.

Additionally, David will be hosting free seminars based on his new book, Creating Amazement. Targeting business leaders, government officials, and educators, David will share his process and attributes for creating amazement. His goal is to inspire others to use their gifts for the purpose of creating amazement in their own lives, the lives of people they touch, their communities and their businesses.

To follow David on his 2010 adventure, be sure to visit his blog.