Where are you from? |
Born in Long Island NY, raised in Orlando |
Current P.R. |
3:31 full 1:38 half |
Typical pace |
8:20 marathon, 7:30 half, 6:35 5k |
Number of marathons |
12 |
Occupation |
Gastroenterologist |
Favorite marathon |
Boston |
Hobbies |
Spending time with my horse, traveling and running |
Favorite Running Food |
Pasta and grilled Salmon |
What are you reading now? |
Knowing your Value by Mika Brzezinski |
Who do you train with? |
I race with Team Track Shack, do speed work with Track Shack five and dime and run with a group of awesome runners from Orlando Runners club, the Downtown Orlando Y group and the Winter Park group 6/7 days a week |
Personal goals |
Break a 20 minute 5K, run Boston a few more times, do marathons in Berlin, Madrid, and Seoul, surround myself with caring friends and family who make me laugh, and to live a healthy a happy life |
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A quotation you like… |
“You can accomplish ANYTHING you put your mind to”
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Why do you run?
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It is mentally and physically therapeutic. It helps me balance my life. I like the feeling of accomplishment after a good workout. Lastly, I love to watch the sunrise during a morning run with my friends. |
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Describe your best marathon memory.
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The first marathon I qualified for I was paced the last part by a good friend and coach, and had my wife run me in with flowers. One of the happiest moments of my life. |
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Why do you pace?
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I like to give back to others. There is nothing more rewarding than helping others achieve their goals |
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Tell us your best pacing experience.
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Engaging in conversation and learning about someone’s life story helps the miles pass and brings you closer to another person in the world. The greatest benefit of pacing is receiving a sweaty hug at the finish when I've helped someone achieve their goal. That smile and hug provides the best pacing experience |
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Why should someone run in your pace group?
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I am fun, and will make you smile at least once during your race, guaranteed. I am encouraging. I came a very long way in my running only because of my dedication and I like to share that experience with others to motivate them so they too, can achieve their goals. If you run with me I will motivate you |
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Any tips for runners about to join your group?
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Be prepared to have a good time. Relax, it’s just a race and remember running is fun. When you have pain (which we all have at some point during a marathon), I’ll get you through mentally |
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Anything else you’d like to share? |
Running is largely a mental sport. If you have trained, just show up to the start line and trust your body |
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What philanthropic activities do you have? |
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Crohns and Colitis Foundation
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