Unusual Commutes: Meet the Workers Who Love Their Journey to Work
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Unusual Commutes: Meet the Workers Who Love Their Journey to Work

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Summary:

  • Alex Heatzig cycles 53 miles for a therapeutic commute, boosting productivity.

  • Clair Heaviside runs 21km to work, finding it a healing and creative process.

  • Leila Kelleher has a seven-hour commute involving a car and plane, balancing work and family life.

  • Marco Froese takes a cable car to work in Mürren, enjoying stunning mountain views daily.

  • Aurélien Paulmier commutes on a unicycle, making his journey a fun and active part of his day.

Alex Heatzig, 27, Bicycle: ‘My Morning Rides Are Therapeutic’

I cycle 53 miles to work, usually once or twice a week, and then take the bus home, totaling about three hours. Living in San Francisco and working for a tech company in South Bay, I ride with a group, sharing scenic routes and magical sunrises.
When I cycle, I wake up at 5:15 am, meet my group at 6 am, and reach the office by 8:45 am. The camaraderie and therapeutic nature of cycling keep me energized and productive throughout the day.

Clair Heaviside, 42, Running: ‘It’s Transformed the Way I See Myself’

As an ultrarunner, I began running to work from my home in the Peak District to my office in Manchester. This 21km (half marathon) commute has become a purposeful start to my day, allowing me to arrive by 7 am and set up my workday.
Rain or shine, I run every morning, finding it a healing process that boosts my creativity and productivity.

Leila Kelleher, 46, Car and Plane: ‘It’s Extreme, But Somehow It Works’

Living in London, Ontario, while working in New York City, my commute includes a 2.5-hour drive to Detroit Airport, followed by a flight to LaGuardia. This seven-hour journey is worth it for my settled life in Ontario with my family.
Despite its sustainability concerns, I find joy in my work, teaching fashion design at Parsons School of Design.

Marco Froese, 50, Cable Car: ‘I Can’t Imagine Working in a City’

As the manager of two hotels in Mürren, Switzerland, I take the scenic cable car to work, which is the only way to reach this car-free village.
Living in the Kiental valley, I enjoy breathtaking views every day, making my commute an integral part of my life.

Aurélien Paulmier, 23, Unicycle: ‘It’s a Really Relaxing Part of My Day’

I commute on a unicycle as an engineer in the naval sector in Cherbourg, France. My 12km round trip along the coast allows me to enjoy beautiful sunrises while being more active than driving.
Riding my unicycle is not just a commute; it’s a fun and relaxing part of my daily routine, offering a refreshing break between work and home.

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