City: Staten Island, New York

Profession: Veterinarian

Fundraising Goal: $1,000

Race Goal: 3:59

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:

I’m glad to help raise money for this great cause. I have a family member who has a spinal cord injury and look forward to the day when science can bring us treatments for paralysis.

Is this your first marathon/race? If not, what others have you completed? Last year I completed the Brooklyn, Berlin, and NYC marathons.

What do you crave after a long race? A hot shower and carbs.

Do you listen to anything when you train or race? If yes, what? Usually music or podcasts when I train…. I like to listen to the crowd when I race.

What are you most excited and/or nervous about for the marathon? Excited about checking another world major off the list … nervous about meeting my race goal.

What do you enjoy doing in your free time? Spending time with my family and traveling.