Where are you from?

ITALY

Current P.R.

03:39:10

Typical pace

4h30’

Number of marathons

56

Occupation

computer science technical functionary

Favorite marathon

London

Hobbies

Running, traveling, reading.

Favorite Running Food

Pasta

What are you reading now?

Murakami H - South of the border, West of the sun.

Who do you train with?

Running team friends.

Personal goals

Travel around for the Asia, explore new foods, run -one day- Tokyo Marathon.

A quotation you like…

“What happens when people open their hearts?"
"They get better.”      (Haruki Murakami, Norwegian Wood)

Why do you run?

To feel free, experience nature…I love run in the nature, near a river, in the mountains…across new cities and country.

Describe your best marathon memory.

Edinburgh Marathon. From a lovely city center, full of history, until a wonderful ocean…with enthusiastic supporter…fun everywhere…amazing!

Why do you pace?

 I like to share my joy of running with others, be an inspiration and an example. I love help other people to achieve their goal.

Tell us your best pacing experience.

My first London Marathon. First time pacing a major…a stunning experience, with dozens of enthusiastic runner following me for achieve a dream: finish their marathon in 4h15’. A perfect day…a unique, life-changing experience. Our faces in the finish line was full of smiles and tears of happiness.

Why should someone run in your pace group?

Because if you run alone you can go a long way…but if you run in company you can go much further, with a smile, and face difficulties together.

Any tips for runners about to join your group?

If you want to reach the finish line with a smile, living every step, join us!

Anything else you’d like to share?

It doesn't matter if you run fast, or run slowly, or walk... the important thing is to live the moment!

What philanthropic activities do you have?

I run for the “RUN4HOPE”, the Italian solidarity relay.