Marathoning Couple

with Susan Sommers Geyer and Peter Geyer

When Susan Sommers Geyer and Peter Geyer joined the North York YMCA Runfit class on a Saturday morning in April, 2002, she was 58 and he was 55. Since then, they have trained for, and completed, a total of 9 Marathons. While Peter is a runner with speed, Susan is a walker/jogger with endurance. Although their styles, goals, and results differ, Susan and Peter are both committed to staying fit and encouraging each other. They understand the importance of training and support each other’s efforts  –he is always there to “bring her in” at the end of each race.

While Susan is training for two half-Marathons in Spring and Fall, 2009, Peter completed his 2nd Boston Marathon in April, 2009.

In their workshop, “Marathoning Couple”, this husband and wife team inspire their audiences to identify a new opportunity or challenge; make a long-term commitment; set short-term and long-term goals; create new habits; design a written Action Plan; stay focused; and celebrate their successes, and set new goals.

About Susan Sommers Geyer and Peter Geyer

Susan Sommers Geyer, President of susan sommers + associates for 25 years, is one of Canada’s leading experts in marketing and media relations. Her new book, Building Media Relationships, 2nd edition, was published by Oxford University Press in October, 2008. Since 2002, she has participated in ten half-Marathons, eight 10K's, and two Marathons.

 Peter Geyer is a self-employed Sales Agent. Over the past 6 years, Peter has completed 12 Marathons and Half-Marathons, including the Boston Marathon in April, 2008 and April, 2009. He ran the Victoria (BC) Marathon in October, 2008 with his son-in-law, Danny.