Pacer Garrett

Where are you from?

Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Current P.R.

Full- 2:59. Half- 1:19

Typical pace

7-8 min/mile

Number of marathons

10

Occupation

Resident Doctor

Favorite marathon

NYC Marathon

Hobbies

medicine, watching netflix, eating at fancy buffets

Favorite Running Food

GU Liquid Energy, oatmeal with berries

What are you reading now?

When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi

Who do you train with?

Local running groups

Personal goals

I want to run a 100 mile race, run a sub 2:55 marathon, and complete all 6 world marathon majors.



A quotation you like…

stay hungry, stay humble”- Tom Brady


Why do you run?


Great way to stay mentally, physically, and socially fit

Describe your best marathon memory.


Crossing the marathon finish line under 3 hours to qualify for the Boston Marathon for the first time

Why do you pace?


I am excited to assist runners in achieving their goals and executing their plans on race day.

Tell us your best pacing experience.


I helped pace a runner with a prosthetic leg to a full marathon finish.

Why should someone run in your pace group?


I will motivate you every single step of the way (whether it's the first or last mile) until we achieve the goal race time.

Any tips for runners about to join your group?


Take it one mile at a time. Trust your training. Embrace the unexpected.

Anything else you’d like to share?

I was the youngest pacer for the San Francisco and Oakland Marathons. I have done 3 ultra marathons.


What philanthropic activities do you have?

I volunteer as medical personnel at running races.


 

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