Dr. Buckspan Completes Livestrong Marathon!
At Personique, it is our mission to help all of our patients gain self-confidence, a more positive body image and overall sense of well-being from looking and feeling their best. We believe that feeling good about oneself inside and out is the foundation for living a life filled with self-confidence, empowerment and contentment. Having a positive self-image leads to renewed energy, enthusiasm and those who have good self-esteem tend to function more effectively at work, are more secure in relationships and interact more positively with those around them.
We believe in total wellness and being the best you you can be, and perhaps no one personifies this concept better than our own Dr. Randy Buckspan. On February 20th Dr. Buckspan completed the 20th Annual Austin Livestrong Marathon. Having completed several marathons in addition to a number of half marathons and triathlons in the past several years, Dr. Buckspan continues to challenge himself to improve and get better with each race.
Dr. Buckspan started running 8 years ago, running every morning with the best running partner a guy could ask for, his dog. “He was growing and needed exercise,” said Dr. Buckspan, “He ran every morning with me, it was good for him and me. Morning runs fit my schedule and I was used to early rising in order to get to the OR early. The physical benefits are obvious, but running also allows time for my mind to unwind and time for my body to relax.”
Anyone who has ever spoken with Dr. Buckspan knows he is a people person and a joy to talk to, so it’s no surprise that he’s so involved in these events that bring the running community together to support such great causes. “Training and competing in marathons is also a great way to meet people and make new friends”, Dr. Buckspan explained, “I continue with both Plastic Surgery and running because they are fun! he added. “The challenges of plastic surgery are similar to a marathon as both require planning and training in order to improve and do one’s best.”
The rest of us here at Personique couldn’t be prouder of him! His dedication to improving in all areas of his life from running to his surgical craft are a true inspiration. So next time you come into Personique to see him don’t forget to throw a congrats his way!
