Hugo Ferlito has been a dedicated member of the Big Sur Marathon Foundation Governance Board for decades and is the longest-serving member of the board. A retired dentist and lifelong athlete, he was also one of the “Grizzled Vets”– a select group of runners who have completed every Big Sur International Marathon since its inception in 1985 – for 33 years.
Hugo’s passion for running began after graduating from dental school in 1970, inspired by Frank Shorter’s 1972 Olympic gold medal victory. Since then, he has completed over 100 marathons, including the Boston Marathon, and has taken on even greater challenges, competing in three Ironman triathlons. He remains committed to an active lifestyle, balancing daily running, swimming, and strength training to maintain his fitness.
When he’s not training or racing, Hugo and his wife, Karen, enjoy traveling the world for races, with past destinations including Barcelona and Havana. He believes in staying active at any age and encourages others to “get to the starting line of whatever you are trying to do.”
Hugo lives in Carmel, CA, and continues to be an integral part of the Big Sur Marathon Foundation, bringing his experience and enthusiasm to the organization year after year.
