Pacer John
Hometown |
Pittsburgh, PA |
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Current P.R. |
2:49 (1970’s), 30:36 10K |
Where were you born? |
Pittsburgh, PA |
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Number of marathons |
50+ ultras 40+ |
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Favorite marathon |
None |
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Typical pace |
4:30 |
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Favorite running music |
None |
Occupation |
Insurance Investigator |
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Favorite running food |
Fig newtons |
Any hobbies? |
I make Stained Glass Windows |
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Who do you train with? |
Ken Allhouse |
Favorite book, what are you reading now? |
Bourne Betrayl |
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A quotation you like… |
Celery raw is hard on the Jaw but Celery stewed is more easily chewed. |
Personal goals |
To be able to keep running another 25 years. |
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Why do you run? |
It is what I do .It is what I have always done some 50+ years. |
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Describe your best marathon memory. |
Every marathon my Daughter finishes with me. |
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Why do you pace? |
The joy of coaching other runners. |
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Tell us your best pacing experience. |
Detroit Having two ladies meet their BQT and the joy they showed. |
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Why should someone run in your pace group? |
I make the process simple and easy to follow and always encourage one along. |
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Any tips for runners about to join your group? |
No whining, be prepared to work and be prepared to reward yourselves for your accomplishment. |