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Where are you from? |
Born in Buffalo New York, raised in, and currently a resident of, Ann Arbor Michigan with stops in Seattle, Denver, and Brooklyn along the way |
Current P.R. |
2:38:42 |
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Typical pace |
7:15 or so |
Number of marathons |
5 |
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Occupation |
Commercial Credit Lead Expert |
Favorite marathon |
Boston |
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Hobbies |
Reading poetry and fiction, writing, and camping |
Favorite Running Food |
PBJ Everything Bagel |
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What are you reading now? |
The Farmer by Jim Harrison |
Who do you train with? |
Mostly solo |
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Personal goals |
Start a competitive and social running club in Ann Arbor, MI Obtain a law degree and start my own community law practice Write a novel |
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A quotation you like… |
Running to him was real; the way he did it the realest thing he knew. It was all joy and woe, hard as a diamond; it made him weary behond comprehension. But it also made him free
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Why do you run?
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Running is a redemptive and restorative practice for me, it renews my spirit and body and provides a rhythm to my days, and it is one of the true and only ‘wild’ activities I undertake regularly. |
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Describe your best marathon memory.
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My best marathon memory is my first time racing the Boston Marathon in 2015. It was the biggest race of my life and the tradition, emotion, and competition are magical. I also hit the wall hard at mile 18 and it was a great exercise in grit to get to the finish line. |
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Why do you pace?
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As I’ve grown older, training has become increasingly solitary. Pacing recreates the community aspect of running. I draw satisfaction in working together with runners on the road to reach their personal goals. |
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Tell us your best pacing experience.
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My best pacing experience was the Bronx 10 Miler in New York City. The course introduced me to new parts of the city and the group of runners at 6:30 pace was strong and spirited. |
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Why should someone run in your pace group?
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Runners who are driven to achieve their personal best while recognizing that it can’t be measured just by the time on the clock at the finish line. |
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Any tips for runners about to join your group?
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Get that long run in and try to incorporate speed work into your training one or twice a week. It will help you keep a steady pace on race day. |
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What philanthropic activities do you have? |
Free tax preparation for underserved communities Volunteer at outdoor music festivals, including Pickathon and Home of the Hoot! |
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