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2008
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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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Sun, Aug 31, 2008
Race: Nike+ Human race 10K (6.25 Miles) 00:59:27
Total Distance
6.25

I ran this race with my girlfriend.  Slow and steady pace.  It was the first time she had run more than 5 miles...and she did it all without walking.

Poorly organized race. 15,000 runners and the space for the start and finish was way too small.  The course was a narrow bike path and they didn't spread out the start enough to make things flow smooth.  I was just running it for fun with my girlfriend, so I didnt mind, but I know alot of people were very frustrated.

Comments
From Lucia on Tue, Sep 02, 2008 at 10:02:05

I hope you got extra points for being a good boyfriend! Nice job being supportive for her. Sorry to hear it wasn't well organized; sometimes those big races are all about the spotlight and not about providing a nice environment for the runners. Still, it's a nice feeling to know that you ran with so many people all around the world!

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