World Record Holder in the Beer Mile Retires

SOURCE www.npr.org
Canadian runner Corey Bellemore holds the world record for the beer mile but has decided to retire from the event due to conflicting interests with his primary focus on triathlon. The beer mile involves running four laps around a track while chugging a 12-ounce beer before each lap. Corey shares his experience and challenges of participating in the beer mile.

Key Points

  • Corey Bellemore holds the world record for the beer mile with a time of 4 minutes and 28 seconds.
  • The beer mile involves chugging a 12-ounce beer before each lap of running around a track.
  • Corey's decision to retire from the beer mile is to focus on his primary interest in triathlon.

Pros

  • Corey Bellemore achieved success and held the world record in the beer mile event.
  • Participating in the beer mile has created a community and event experience for Corey.

Cons

  • The beer mile is uncomfortable and challenging, involving running with a full stomach of beer.
  • Corey felt conflicted as being labeled primarily as a beer miler, affecting his identity as an endurance athlete.