Rockville Store

Hometown: Washington, DC (but his "adopted" hometown is Boise, ID)

Running Experience and Accomplishments: Joe has run at least part-time for almost thirty years. Although a better biker than runner, Joe likes the economy and efficiency of running. He prefers the solitude of a solo run in the woods to the camaraderie of a big race, but he is dedicated to helping people reach whatever running goals they might have, from a jog around the block to an ultramarathon.

Favorite....Quote: "Beginning is half done."

Hometown: Rockville, MD

Running Experience and Accomplishments: Mike has been running since high school. In Cross Country, he was a twice twice All-Gazette, and received honorable mention All-Met in the Washington Post. This came after finishing 6th as a junior in the Maryland State 4A Cross Country Championships, and 3rd as a senior. As a senior, Mike finished 10th in the state in the 3200m. He then went on to run Cross Country at Vanderbilt University, while reading everything he could about training methods, injury prevention, nutrition, and racing strategy. Mike now enjoys the leisurely run on a trail and is excited to be able to help others with their running.

Favorite....Quote: "To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift." - Steve Prefontaine

Hometown: Eldersburg, MD

Running Experience and Accomplishments: Stephanie started running after college, to get in better shape. Stephanie has participated in several of the Potomac River Running Training programs to learn more about running and improve her running ability. Since she started running a few years ago, she has run in several races, including 2 marathons. Stephanie continues to work on improving her running ability and knowledge, and is eager to encourage others who are new to the sport.

Favorite....Quote: Do. Or do not. There is no try. - Yoda

Hometown: Takoma Park, MD

Running Experience and Accomplishments: Tamara discovered her love for running track when looking for something to keep her in shape for soccer season. She started out running summer track with the Silver Spring Track Club where she competed in the 100m and 200m open races, 4x100m and 4x200m relays. After transferring to Montgomery Blair HS, Tamara started running indoor track; racing in the 55m and 300m open races, and the 4x100m and 4x200m relays. She also made the All Gazette Team her Senior Year of High School. Tamara was also fortunate enough to make the Temple Women's Track team as a Walk-On.

Favorite....Quote: "Pain is temporary...pride is forever..." Unknown

Hometown: North Potomac, MD

Running Experience and Accomplishments: Chris has been running since his high school days at Quince Orchard HS. After running 2 years at Virginia Tech, Chris developed some injuries and had to stop running for a while. A few years later he started to self coach himself to train for a marathon. Chris taught himself how to avoid injury through proper rest, nutrition, and the right training. Since then, Chris has been very active in road races and races any distance from 10K-26.2. Chris believes his best racing days are ahead of him and continues to bring his times down. He hopes to one day qualify for the Olympic Trials Marathon.

Favorite....Quote about Marathons: "The Marathon is the ultimate test not against everyone else, but against yourself."