Ran in the 2009 New York City Marathon
I participated in the 2009 New York City Marathon on November 1, 2009 on behalf of the MMRF. My friend Assistant Chief Frank Cronin, who has mutliple myeloma, was kind enough to film his testimonial and talk about living with the disease and how MMRF's efforts have helped him. Thanks to him, and the generosity of my friends, family and associates, we were able to help raise more than $100,000 for MMRF.
Completed First 20-Mile Run
I ran my first 20 mile run with my trainer Tom Holland on September 19 in Darien and New Canaan Connecticut. Feeling pretty good about completing the marathon now.
Ran in the Sam Elpern Half Marathon
I participated in another half marathon on September 15, the Sam Elpern Half Marathon in Norwalk, CT. I finished in 1:55:40, which I was pleased with, since it was a good improvement over my first half marathon in New York.
Ran in the New York City Half Marathon
I ran the New York City half marathon on August 16 as part of my preparation for the marathon on November 1. MMRF was kind enough to give me an entry number for that as well even though I had yet to raise any money. I finished in 2 hours, 8 minutes, and 35 seconds. It was a hot and humid day. This was my first real race.