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Why do you run?
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Besides the health factor, it's a great way to meet people
of all ages and walks of
life. There's a common bond that all runner's share and it's a great
form of social networking without going on line.
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Describe your best
marathon memory.
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The 2007 Detroit,
which was my first marathon and each Boston
Marathon. There's something special about your first marathon and Boston is soooo magical.
I started the '11 Boston
with my wife in her corral and the
'10 Boston was
spent with my college roommate (my running Yoda)
who was running his fifth Boston.
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Why do you pace?
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It was a way to give something back to the running community
that is just filled with gracious, encouraging, and dedicated people
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Tell us your best
pacing experience.
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The '09 Detroit
was my first pacing opportunity and it was such a privilege and
honor knowing that I could help someone reach their goal. There
were a lot of smiles at the finish line and there's no better feeling than
seeing that marathon medal being placed around a runner's neck
for the first time. But that may be topped by seeing the impact that a Pacer can have when I
viewed my wife qualify for Boston at the 2010 Detroit
by "sticking to the Pacer like glue". She finally made it
to Boston in her
fifth marathon and she wouldn't have made it had it
not been for the encouragement and consistency of her Pacer.
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Why should someone run
in your pace group?
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There are a lot of variables on race day that we can't
control, but I hope to
provide the consistency and encouragement that you need to finish under
our goal time. We can do it!
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Any tips for runners
about to join your group?
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Trust in your training and let me worry about the time. Be
positive and enjoy the
day!
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Anything else you’d
like to share?
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Whether this is your first marathon or you’re a seasoned pro,
enjoy the experience and the course. Detroit IS a beautiful city and some of the
views are unforgettable.
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