Chocolate Gu during a run and pizza of any kind after I’m done.
Hobbies
Running (of course), gardening, quilting
Who do you train with?
Just myself and the cornfields of midwest Ohio.Used to train with my husband, but that was
before kids came along!
Favorite book, what are you reading now?
Anything Jane Austen.Not
reading anything at the moment unless Dr. Suess counts
A quotation you like…
“Suck it up and keep running”… Just made it up
but I say it over and over in my head during long training runs!
Personal goals
Run a marathon in all 50 states. Complete an Ironman.First I need to learn to swim!!
Why do you run?
For my health.To set an
example for my kids.And for the
feeling of accomplishment and pride that comes after setting a goal and
completing it.
Describe your best
marathon memory.
Hatfield/McCoy marathon in KY.Small marathon with two “mountains” that my husband and I conquered in
the rain.The volunteers were terrific
and all the runners bonded together since we were all wet and miserable!!
Why do you pace?
I have gotten so much joy from running, It is my goal to help
others attain that joy and sense of accomplishment, whether it is a first
time marathon or setting a new PR.It’s all about the love of running!
Tell us your best
pacing experience.
My first time pacing and I was running with a
young woman who was really struggling the last mile of the half marathon.I kept pumping her up and when we reached the
final .2 miles I gave her the pacing stick and she took off.I was honored
to help her make a new PR by 15 minutes.
Why should someone run
in your pace group?
I am super excited to listen to other runners share funny
running stories as well as inspiring stories.I’d love to share mine with you too.Running a marathon isn’t just about finishing.It’s about the experience, and I want to
make sure everyone has a great time.
Any tips for runners
about to join your group?
Don’t get worked up before the race.Just relax and know that you are going to
give it your all and that is what is important.
