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Where are you from? |
Clearwater, |
Current P.R. |
3:06:28 New York City Marathon |
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Typical pace |
8:29 /mile |
Number of marathons |
36 states but over 44 marathons |
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Occupation |
Cisco Solutions Consultant |
Favorite marathon |
Boston and NYC |
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Hobbies |
Running and Ninja Warrior training |
Favorite Running Food |
Quinoa and sweet potatoes are my go to carbo-loading meal |
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What are you reading now? |
Nothing specific but I am continuously learning about health and nutrition. |
Who do you train with? |
A local running group and by myself |
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Personal goals |
My personal goal is to complete a marathon in all 50 states in under 4 hours each. |
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A quotation you like… |
“REST is not a four-letter word to be ignored” Kevin , M.D., PH.D. , director of the University of Florida Running Medicine Clinic |
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Why do you run? |
It keeps me young, stress free, healthy, and runners are all great people. |
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Describe your best marathon memory. |
My first ever marathon would have to be my best marathon memory (CVS Cleveland Marathon). My goal was to qualify for the Boston Marathon on my first attempt and I needed under 3:10:59 to do it; I finished in 3:10:47. Of course running The Boston Marathon the following year was also a great memory. |
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Why do you pace? |
It is a great way to give back to the sport that I have been so fortunate to be a part of for over 34 years. There is nothing more rewarding than to help others achieve personal records and accomplish goals. |
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Tell us your best pacing experience. |
Every pacing experience is my favorite because I love helping people achieve their running goals. It is so rewarding. |
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Why should someone run in your pace group? |
I am very consistent in my mile splits so you will not wear yourself out. I also like to make it fun and provide advice along the way. And most importantly, I will get you to the finish line when promised. |
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Any tips for runners about to join your group? |
Train hard, remember to incorporate rest/recovery days in your training plan, get plenty of sleep the week before the race, stay relaxed, have fun, and let’s set PR’s together. |
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Anything else you’d like to share? |
I have been know to dress as Superman in most of my marathons. The spectators and children along the course love it. |
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What philanthropic activities do you have? |
- Mentor at-risk children at the Florida Sherriff’s Youth Ranches/ - Mentor 4th and 5th graders for Junior Achievement (JA). - Mentor college students to help them obtain local employment after college. |
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