Where are you from? |
Charlotte, NC |
Current P.R. |
3:55 |
Typical pace |
9:00/mile |
Number of marathons |
13 |
Occupation |
High School Teacher |
Favorite marathon |
Virginia Creeper- It was my first and I was so excited. My goal was to finish sub 5:00 and I got a 4:59! |
Hobbies |
Running, spending time with family, coaching track and cross-country |
Favorite Running Food |
Fig Newtons |
What are you reading now? |
Tibetan Peach Pie by Tom Robbins |
Who do you train with? |
Good friends |
Personal goals |
To run a 100 miler, to run well into my twilight years |
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A quotation you like… |
Most people never run far enough on their first wind to find out they’ve got a second. -William James |
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Why do you run?
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To clear my head, for ‘me’ time away from TV and phones. |
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Describe your best marathon memory.
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Each one has had memorable, laugh out loud moments that have been learning experiences. |
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Why do you pace?
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I enjoy encouraging others and it makes me accountable to not let anyone down. |
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Tell us your best pacing experience.
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Thunder Road Charlotte is our local marathon and it’s fun to run through the neighborhoods I’ve trained in. |
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Why should someone run in your pace group?
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I’m enthusiastic and like to make people laugh. I’ll take your mind off the race. |
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Any tips for runners about to join your group?
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You got yourself to the start line, the rest will fall into place, take in stride. |
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What philanthropic activities do you have? |
Helping students/athletes in many ways in and out of school.
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