Where are you from?

Colchester, VT

Current P.R.

4:15

Typical pace

9:00/mile

Number of marathons

2

Occupation

Medical Software Consultant

Favorite marathon

Burlington, VT

Hobbies

Cooking, traveling, movies, exercise

Favorite Running Food

Peanut Butter

What are you reading now?

Five People You Meet in Heaven

Who do you train with?

Boyfriend and college roommate

Personal goals

To eat pasta in Italy, have a Guinness in Ireland, and hummus in Greece. Basically to travel all of Europe. Also, to do a half marathon in every state.

A quotation you like…

“Where there is no struggle, there is no strength.”

Why do you run?

I run for the health benefits and so I can eat whatever I want J I also love running outside and the accomplished feeling of finishing a long run.

Describe your best marathon memory.

The amount of the spectators and encouragement in Philly that truly motivated me to finish. Crossing the finish line with my best friend and now boyfriend in Philly.

Why do you pace?

I want to pace to share my love for running with others.

Why should someone run in your pace group?

I am very friendly and positive. I am an optimistic person who will keep you motivated the entire race and am very easy to talk with.

Any tips for runners about to join your group?

Be ready to work hard, laugh, and share an unforgettable experience!

What philanthropic activities do you have?

Donate money to a health care organization every month.