Where are you from?

Native NY’er, been living in S FL for over 10 years

Current P.R.

3:58

Typical pace

8-9 min.

Number of marathons

3 fulls (and counting)uncountable halfs)

Occupation

Clinical specialist and consultant for physical medicine rehab.

Favorite marathon

Snickers in Albany, GA

Hobbies

Running, long walks, hot yoga, reading, socializing!

Favorite Running Food

Sweet potato, night before a long, chocolate milk/coconut water post long run, snack on salty chips and mini frozen snickers during the week

What are you reading now?

Daily devotionals, runners bio’s

Who do you train with?

WRC-local run club, and anyone willing

Personal goals

Keep running… more marathons, pace others to achieve their goals, stay injury free

A quotation you like…

“if it doesn’t challenge you it doesn’t change you”-unknown

God is within her, she will not fall. Psalm 46:5

Why do you run?

Because I can!  Over the years this sport has connected me with amazing people, provides a tremendous stress relief and just never gets old!

Describe your best marathon memory.

Deciding last minute at the start line of Snickers Marathon in Albany, GA to join the 4:00 pace group (instead of the 4:10) and finish sub 4 with Pacer Kelly B.

Why do you pace?

Help others achieve their goals, use my gifts of encouragement.

Why should someone run in your pace group?

We will have fun, I can distract you during those tough miles and im extremely encouraging. We are in it together.

Any tips for runners about to join your group?

You have one tank of gas, use it smart. Avoid trying anything “new” on race day.

Anything else you’d like to share?

I studied and became certified in Chi running, I strive to run smart and stay injury free and conserve energy.

What philanthropic activities do you have?

Helping raise funds for Kids cancer foundation with my local run club; lead small run church groups involved in community service and run together.