Hometown

Rosemount, MN

Current P.R.

03:04:44

Where were you born?

Appleton, WI

Number of marathons

26

Birthday

06/17

Favorite marathon

Grandma's

Typical pace

7:30-8:00

Favorite running music

70's rock

Occupation

Personal Trainer and Business owner

Favorite running food

Grapenuts

Any hobbies?

Bowling and Golf

Who do you train with?

Mostly solo

Favorite book, what are you reading now?

Daniel’s Running Formula

A quotation you like…

“Today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday”

Personal goals

To run a sub-3 hour marathon

Why do you run?

To stay fit and also the sense of satisfaction I feel after I finish. It also helps to clear my mind.

Describe your best marathon memory.

Running Twin Cities 1/12 weeks after tearing my ACL and still setting a personal best

Why do you pace?

I enjoy helping others achieve their goals.

Tell us your best pacing experience.

TCM 08 in miserable conditions working as a wind and rain break for a small gal to assist in keeping her warm and setting a PR.

Why should someone run in your pace group?

Because I am fun to run with, have good stories to tell and am very supportive of those running with me. I am constantly providing encouragement for those in my group.

Any tips for runners about to join your group?

Let me sweat the details. All you need to do is run and have fun.

Anything else you’d like to share?

The sun will always rise tomorrow. If today doesn't go as planned there will be another chance at success.