City: Minneapolis, MN

Profession: EMT/ER Tech

Race: 10 Mile

Fundraising Goal: $300

Race Goal (time/just finish!): 1:30

In a few sentences, describe your connection to U2FP, why you chose to run in support of U2FP, and whether you have a personal connection to spinal cord injury and paralysis: My previous and current experiences working with youth with disabilities in the community, within the hospital, and in the ER has shown me how important every step, no matter how small, is towards greater independence and community engagement for those that go through life differently due to circumstances often out of their control.

Is this your first marathon/race? If not, what others have you completed?: I have completed Gary Bjorkland's half marathon, Hot Chocolate 15k, and Girls Run the Cities 5k

What do you crave after a long run? A big burger.

Do you listen to anything when you train or race? If yes, what? All the music!

What are you most excited and/or nervous about for the marathon? Excited for all the energy that goes into the crowd and people racing.