Where are you from?

Warner Robins, GA

Current P.R.

2:42:48

Typical pace

7-8 minute miles (training)

Number of marathons

30

Occupation

US Air Force

Favorite marathon

Grandmas

Hobbies

Running, baseball, singing

Favorite Running Food

Gu gels (salted caramel)

What are you reading now?

The newest book by Meb

Who do you train with?

US Military Endurance Sports

Personal goals

2:39 marathon, make all AF marathon team, obtain personal trainer or coaching certitication

A quotation you like…

Be somebody that nobody thought you could be. -Unknown

Why do you run?

I used to be overweight with really low self-confidence.  Running helped me get in shape which in turn boosted my confidence.  It makes me a better version of me that also believes I can accomplish anything

Describe your best marathon memory.

When I first broke 3 hours I crossed the finish line and just started crying.  It was a goal that took about 6 years to realize.  Other than that my last marathon was also a great memory setting a new personal best with many of my family members cheering me into the finish line.

Why do you pace?

I just want to help other accomplish their goals.  As I mentioned before, running has changed my life and I want to pay it forward.

Tell us your best pacing experience.

I have actually paced my brother a couple times.  I really enjoy pulling back my own pace and focusing on the effort of others…helping to motivate and distract them.

Why should someone run in your pace group?

I want to make the marathon and experience while also getting people to their goals.  I have run 30 marathons so I have stories for days and I think that will be a good distraction for all.

Any tips for runners about to join your group?

Just stay in the moment.  It is easy to look ahead in a marathon and get down on yourself for how much you still have left to run.  Keep giving yourself little pep-talks that keep you in the moment and not worrying about the road ahead.

Anything else you’d like to share?

Run like animals!

What philanthropic activities do you have?

I volunteer at my church with the youth.  I also have also done several years of volunteer coaching at the high school and middle school level in cross country and track.  I really enjoy working with the younger generation…helping them reach their goals and mentoring.