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Location:

chicago,IL,

Member Since:

Aug 06, 2008

Gender:

Male

Goal Type:

Boston Qualifier

Running Accomplishments:

Chicago Distance Classic Half Marathon 2008 - 2:02

Short-Term Running Goals:

I am training for the NYC Marathon.  I would like to finish in under 3:50.  I am using the Hal Higdon Intermediate II training schedule.

Long-Term Running Goals:

Qualify for Boston 2010

Personal:

I am 38 y/o andjust finishing up medical school.  It is difficult to keep up with rigorous training schedules and med school...but I find it is one of the only ways for me to get some time to clear my head.

I dedicate all of my races to an elementary school in Zambia that my parents are helping to build.  For this year, I found a corporate donor (via ebay) that is donating $9000 to the school.  In exchange, I have offered to wear pajamas bearing their slogan while I train and race! (I know...its pretty crazy...but its all for a great cause)  More info about me and my running can be found at MilesForMacha.com

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to Ukraine's Armed Forces
Miles:This week: 0.00 Month: 0.00 Year: 0.00
Tue, Oct 28, 2008
Total Distance
6.10

9:01 overall pace

my coldest run of the season (about 38). sure is a huge contrast to the temperatures i was running in while in Africa. My lungs didnt like it too much, but not too bad.

Just trying to eat and sleep well the next couple of days...NY is just around the corner.

Comments
From Lucia on Fri, Nov 07, 2008 at 10:23:37

Thank you for the update e-mail, Greg! Congratulations on finishing the New York Marathon and for such a great job with the fundraising! I'll keep following your progress and your great cause!

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