
Pacer Kevin B.
Hometown |
Davenport, IA |
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Current P.R. |
3:25 which was an attempt at Boston (I needed 3:10) |
Where were you born? |
Davenport, IA |
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Number of marathons |
12 |
Birthday |
May 14 |
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Favorite marathon |
Madison, WI |
Typical pace |
8:00 min/mile |
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Favorite running music |
On long runs I listen to books on tape. For speed workouts I listen to anything fast (Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rolling Stones, anything to get the blood moving) |
Occupation |
Retail Furniture Management |
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Favorite running food |
On ultras, nothing beats flat beer. |
Any hobbies? |
Triathlons and Marathon Pacing |
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Who do you train with? |
I train with no one but my own thoughts….. |
Favorite book, what are you reading now? |
Born to Run, a look into ultra running and new trends. |
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A quotation you like… |
The
greatest pleasure in life, is doing the things
people say we cannot do. |
Personal goals |
Finish Western States 100 |
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Why do you run?
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About 5 years ago I was 20 years old, inactive, out of shape, and lazy. While drinking in a dorm room some friends and I watched some marathon coverage on ESPN. I mentioned that it would be fun to try that. One of my friends said that I could never finish anything like that. 12 marathons, 6 Ultras and countless triathlons later and I haven’t looked back yet. |
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Describe your best marathon memory.
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During the 2008 Ironman Wisconsin I didn’t plan properly to be running at night time during the rain. I got so cold and beat up that I don’t remember anything after mile 20. I know I finished, and that’s all I need to remember. |
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Why do you pace?
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During my first marathon I was “dragged” through the last few miles by a 4:30 minute pacer. I’m not sure how I would have done if he hadn’t been there. Pacing is my way of helping people that were in my shoes achieve their racing goals. |
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Tell us your best pacing experience.
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Last year my pace captain’s wife ran in my pace group. It was a lot of pressure, but even though she had to drop down to a slower group she wrote me a great thank you that was really appreciated. |
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Why should someone run in your pace group?
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I don’t shut up. I’ll talk and talk and talk all 4 hours and 5 minutes of the race. If it starts to hurt, just give me a topic and before you know it your mind will be some place else. (Even if all you can think about is that I need to shut up) |
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Any tips for runners about to join your group?
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Know your body. Set your goals realistic and be honest when the group discusses how we are feeling. The goal is to finish a marathon and staying aware of your own body is the best way to do that. |
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Anything else you’d like to share? |
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What philanthropic activities do you have? |
I was an Eagle Scout in my youth and give my time and financial support to local troops to see young boys succeed.
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