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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?
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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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