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I've been running for as long as I can remember. My dad served as a track and cross county coach when I was growing up so I have been around the sport for nearly all my life. It wasn't until Junior High that I began running competitively.
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I started running because I always wanted to be just like my dad…who ran marathons and coached cross country and track.
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If I could no longer run, I would...I just hope that never happens. I love the people and sport of running.
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My favorite run is on any trail through Rock Cut State Park. Trail running has added a new dimension to my training. Besides providing a great workout, the park also provides wonderful scenery. The park looks different with each change of season! I would rather drive 20 minutes across town to run trails at Rock Cut than “pound the pavement” just outside my front door. |
I like to run with my cross country teams and the Saturday morning Coyote Crew. The Coyotes provide a positive and encouraging environment for each runner…regardless of talent. I am proud to run with them each Saturday morning
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When I'm not running, I like to work in my yard, visit my family in St. Louis, and root on the St. Louis Cardinals...sorry Cub fans:)
I am inspired by my father. He is still the wisest man I know, lives by the “Golden Rule,” and has an incredibly strong Faith. |
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THE LOCAL RUNNER I ADMIRE THE MOST?...Besides Joyce Kortze and Larry Swanson (who have been very encouraging), the local runners I most admire are the members of my 2008 cross country team. Not only were they are a great team (placing 3rd in state), but they were also a true TEAM. Each individual genuinely cared for each teammate, worked hard, and had fun! I will always admire the sacrifice they made to each other… the fun we had along the way!
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To push myself on a run, I just try to remember how much I will enjoy the shower, meal, and nap afterwards.
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My greatest running accomplishment was completing the St. Louis marathon in high school.
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My next goal is to finish the Hobo Triple Crown. |
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