Rutger Stache

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in October 2018

PRs: 

 Mile: 5:17, 5k: 18:52, 8k: 30:25, 15k: 1:01:19, Half Marathon: 1:28:39, Marathon: 3:19:27

Social Handles:

IG: doctor_stache, Strava: Rutger Stache

Long-Term Running Goals:

I want to run a sub-3:00 hr marathon and a sub-5:00 min mile.

Running Start:

I signed up for the 2015 Chicago Marathon through a charity team in dental school. Completing a marathon was a bucket list item and I guess you could say I was following a couch-to-marathon plan. I loved seeing my progress and felt a tremendous sense of accomplishment after crossing the finish line. Never looked back since.

Fun Facts:

• My middle name is Wolfgang

• I have never broken a bone

• I love horror and sci-fi movies

Track or Trails?:

Track

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

Solo

Summer or Winter?:

Summer

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Mary Tobin

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in June 2019

PRs: 

Mile: 6:13, 5k: 20:46, 8k: 34:13, 10k: 43:21, 10M: 1:14:42, Half Marathon: 1:34:06, Marathon: 3:18:36

Social Handles:

IG: marybtob

Long-Term Running Goals:

Get my marathon PR down by a few more minutes, run sub-1:30 half, run the Boston Marathon again!

Most Memorable Race:

NYC Marathon 2019! I was fresh off a big PR at the Chicago Marathon a few weeks earlier and ran it at a relaxed pace with two friends, Laura and Lauren, who also both PRed at Chicago. We had the BEST weekend in NYC with our families and the best fall weather- the whole experience was very stress-free and so much fun. Finishing the race together in Central Park, which is in my top three favorite places to run, was the cherry on top of a fantastic experience.

Fun Facts:

• I took Swedish language for two semesters in college.

• I did competitive Irish step dancing when I was in middle and high school.

• I am obsessed with Trader Joe's and go there pretty much every week :)

Track or Trails?:

Track

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Winter

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Jacqueline Robertson

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in January 2020

PRs: 

Mile: 5:17, 5k: 17:41, Half Marathon: 1:18:17, Marathon: 2:52

Social Handles:

IG: javemaria

Long-Term Running Goals:

Run an OTQ time in the marathon

Running Start:

I joined my gradeschool cross country team at age 9 and haven't stopped running since

Fun Facts:

• In college, I worked as a laser technician at an office specializing in tattoo removal, so got to see/remove hundreds of hilariously bad tattoos

• Despite the fact that my husband holds the American record in the beer mile, I've never even attempted one myself

• The most beautiful place I've ever been to was the Swiss Alps

Track or Trails?:

Trails

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Summer

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Mollie Green

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in May 2020

PRs: 

Mile: 6:06, 5k: 20:43, 8k: 34:06, 10k: 44:11, 10M: 1:13:26, Half Marathon: 1:36:03, Marathon: 3:22:42

Social Handles:

IG: lafamiliagreen

Long-Term Running Goals:

Keep getting faster as I get older.

Running Start:

I’ve always run, but didn’t really start training until 2018 when a friend that runs the charity team for One Tail at a Time talked me into running the Chicago Marathon for them. I was hooked! I’ve been obsessed with running since.

Fun Facts:

• I foster cats & kittens, in addition to having a dog and two cats of my own.

• I am from West Texas.

• I am an illustrator, and I own a greeting card company.

Track or Trails?:

Trails

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Summer

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Megan Mocogni

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in December 2019

PRs: 

5k: 17:37, Half Marathon: 1:20:44

Social Handles:

IG: memocogni

Long-Term Running Goals:

Run faster than my college times and just get out there and be competitive again!

Running Start:

The day before track started my freshman year in high school, my friend called to convince me to join. I wouldn't budge so she put her dad on the phone who finally convinced me. I started off racing the 50 meter dash. Needless to say I was very bad at it so I started practicing with the distance runners. I found out I wasn't too bad at distance running and have never looked back.

Fun Facts:

• I've been running in the same type of shoes since I was a senior in high school (Saucony Kinvara).

• I love anything and everything chocolate.

• I've donated my hair to Locks of Love/Pantene Beautiful Lengths 5+ times.

Track or Trails?:

Trails

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Shorts and long sleeve weather - very rare for Chicago

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Lydia Nader

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in June 2020

PRs: 

Mile: 5:55, 10M: 1:09:54, Half Marathon: 1:29:38, Marathon: 3:12:10

Social Handles:

IG: fuelwithnader

Long-Term Running Goals:

Break 3 hours in the marathon

Running Start:

I started running because of Girls on the Run when I was at a new school and that organization helped me discover my passion for running and helped me make lifelong friends. I continued to run after going through the GOTR program and it made me into the person and runner I am today.

Fun Facts:

• I was homeschooled until 4th grade

• I used to ride horses at a young age

• I love running with dogs! Keeps me honest on my easy runs :)

Track or Trails?:

Track

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Summer

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Chris Robertson

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in December 2018

PRs: 

1M: 4:13, Beer Mile: 4:37, 3k: 8:33, 5k: 14:38, 8k: 24:16, 10k: 30:49, 10M: 51:38, Half Marathon: 1:07:47; Marathon: 2:24:30

Social Handles:

IG & Strava: chrisrobertson10

Long-Term Running Goals:

Win some races, set personal bests at every distance, run a marathon OTQ, and eventually get into trail racing

Most Memorable Run & Race:

Every destination race is memorable in its own way, especially when traveling with friends. The ones that really stand out are the international trips for beer mile world championships to London, Vancouver, and Berlin because of the new friends met from around the world and exploring new places I otherwise might not have traveled to myself.

The most memorable run for me is rim-to-rim-to-rim of the Grand Canyon I did with a few friends in May 2019. Running for almost 12 hours in 100 degree heat was the toughest thing I've done physically, but it was a blast the entire way because of the scenery and good company. I also ended up sleeping in the Grand Canyon that night just 4 miles from the finish because a friend was suffering from extreme hydration and couldn't quite make it without a break. That meant getting to experience the sunset and vivid stars from within the canyon and made for a great story after.

Fun Facts:

• Beer Mile American Record Holder and former Beer Mile World Champion

• Ran Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim of the Grand Canyon (45 miles) in 2019

• Completed a century week (100 miles, 100 beers) while working full time

Track or Trails?:

Why not a little of both? Sometimes you want an adventure, sometimes you want a PR

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Summer

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Emma Grimes

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in July 2019

PRs: 

Mile: 4:59.02, 5k: 17:24, 8k: 28:42, 10k: 36:38, Half Marathon: 1:19:05, Marathon: 2:48:37

Social Handles:

IG: shmemmashmimes

Most Memorable Race:

When I finally broke 5 in the mile. It was my first post-collegiate track "season" and I had just failed the week before in a more competitve race running 5:10. I was back at U of I for Club Relays and it was my last chance to go for it. I ran solo for the whole thing and about halfway through the Armory crowd realized what was happening and the atmosphere was absolutely amazing. Crossing the line and seeing the big clock stop at 4:59 was so satisfying - just one of the best race memories I have. Lots of congrats from everyone after, too.

Running Start:

My friend from middle school begged me to join high school cross country the day before it started. I knew I wanted to do track in the spring so I gave in. Thanks Casey!

Fun Facts:

• I was a sprinter in high school, 3x all-state in the 4x400!

• I lived in Galway, Ireland for a year and a half.

• I have a cat named Midge @miraclemidge.

Track or Trails?:

Trails

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Summer

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Allison Koch

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in May 2015

PRs: 

5k: 18:45, 8k: 30:37, 10k: 40:02, Half Marathon: 1:27:25, Marathon: 2:59:59

Social Handles:

IG, Facebook, & Twitter: allisonkochrdn

Long-Term Running Goals:

Get back to sub 3 marathon shape. Run an ultra and/or trail race. Continue to find joy in running and stay injury free!

Most Memorable Race:

2015 Boston marathon. Despite a crappy forecast, everything just clicked that day and felt effortless. I set out with a goal of 3:02 and when I learned I actually broke the 3-hour mark - something I never thought I could achieve - I couldn't believe it.

Fun Facts:

• I grew up playing ice and field hockey. I hated running when I started so I picked the position that required it the least: goalie.

• I've never been able to do a kart wheel.

• When I was a kid I wanted to be a rock star or hairdresser when I grew up.

Track or Trails?:

Trails

Morning or Afternoon?:

Afternoon

Solo or With Friends?:

Solo

Summer or Winter?:

Winter

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Kim Weiss

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in March 2017

PRs: 

Pre-Kids: Half Marathon: 1:20, Marathon: 2:49

Post-Kids: Half Marathon: 1:25, Marathon: 2:58

Most Memorable Race:

Boston marathon 2019 - I had been wanting to run Boston for over 15 years, but the timing never quite aligned with life and family plans. I finally got to see what all the hype was about, and it did not disappoint!

Running Start:

I started running as a freshman in high school school, because it was the only sport in the fall that didn’t make cuts. I finished 2nd in my first race and was hooked!

Fun Facts:

• I am a NICU dietitian- I grow premies!

• I ran for Western Michigan University.

• I have 3 crazy kids.

Track or Trails?:

A nice bike path makes me very happy!

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Fall

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Sierra Scanlan

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in August 2019

PRs: 

5k: 19:20, 10k: 40:17, Half Marathon: 1:32:50, Marathon: 3:06:48

Social Handles:

IG: scanlansierra, Twitter: sierra__lynnnn

Long-Term Running Goals:

I want to continue to enjoy running while being happy and healthy and I also want to break 3 hours in the marathon.

Most Memorable Race:

Indianapolis Monumental Marathon 2019 because I cut 18 minutes off of my marathon time.

Fun Facts:

• I was in a pageant as a child and got a trophy in the speech category.

• I’m skilled in winning contests.

• I’m afraid of clowns.

Track or Trails?:

Trails

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Fall

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Kelly Thielbar

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in March 2020

PRs: 

Mile: 5:48, 5k: 19:10, 4M: 26:07, 8k: 32:54, 10k: 40:06, Half Marathon: 1:28:41, Marathon: 3:11:33

Social Handles:

IG: koneill328

Long-Term Running Goals:

To first and foremost, to keep the love of running going. Also, it’d be great to get another marathon PR if life allows.

Running Start:

I would run with my mom around the neighborhood when I was pretty young. She ran track (800m) in high school, and I went on to do the same. Running is always been something my mom and I have shared.

I loved running from the beginning, evidenced by some of my earliest race experiences, in which I convinced my parents to let me run a 5k at 8(ish) years old. Then, I took it upon myself to ‘train’ for the 1 mile run fitness test in gym class by running lots of teeny tiny laps around my backyard. My love of running continued for many (many) years until today.

Fun Facts:

• I always brush my teeth before races

• I studied abroad in Cape Town, South Africa

• I love trashy reality TV

Track or Trails?:

I cannot possibly make this decision. I have a special place in my heart for both

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

In order to be a happy camper/runner, I need a bit of both

Summer or Winter?:

Summer

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Tim Waldeck

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in December 2019

PRs: 

5k: 18:41, 8k: 31:19, 10M: 1:05:00, Half Marathon 1:24:04, Marathon: 2:54:54

Social Handles:

IG: timmywaldeck

Long-Term Running Goals:

Sub 3 hour marathon

Running Role Model:

My grandfather who's always supported me and loved racing in Chicago. He ran every Shamrock Shuffle until he was 90

Fun Facts:

• I'm related to Edmund Fitzgerald (as in The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald)

• I found out I am afraid of heights when my wife booked several cathedral rooftop tours on our honeymoon

• I didn't buy my first car until I was 33 years old

Track or Trails?:

Track

Morning or Afternoon?:

Afternoon

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Summer

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Amanda George

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in November 2018

PRs: 

Mile: 5:25,  5k: 19:07, 10k: 41:14, Half Marathon: 1:29:24, Marathon: 3:13:35

Social Handles:

IG: amandacgeorge

Most Memorable Race:

My most memorable race was the 2019 Publix Atlanta Marathon. This was my first race that I had trained for as part of DWRunning, and thanks to Dan's great guidance, I felt prepared and confident. However, the result even exceeded my already high expectations! A little after the half-marathon point, a woman pulled next to me on a bike. She explained that she was riding alongside me because I was the 3rd place female. The whole rest of the way, she cleared the path and encouraged the spectators to cheer "girl power" as I ran past. This fueled me to hold that position and finish strong! My family was there to meet at the finish-line, and, as soon as I saw my mom crying, I broke down as well. This was a race I'll never forget!

Running Role Model:

My mom inspires me to run! She ran competitively until she broke her ankle in a bad car accident when she was younger. Her doctor's thought she may never run again, and yet she still does a mile loop almost daily. She is an amazing mom and woman! Even though I didn't start running until I was out of college, I feel like running is "in my genes" because of her inspiring example.

Fun Facts:

• I love to golf!

• I teach 4th grade.

• I grew up in Connecticut.

Track or Trails?:

Track

Morning or Afternoon?:

Afternoon

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Summer

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Adrian Johnson

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in March 2020

PRs: 

Mile: 5:00. 5k: 17:08, 8k: 28:15, 10k: 37:25, Half Marathon: 1:20:31, Marathon: 2:46:45

Long-Term Running Goals:

Run UTMB 100

Most Memorable Race:

Artic Frog 50k - This was my first try at an ultra distance and first time racing on trails. I really loved the experience and was having so much fun I ended up negative splitting to finish 2nd.

Fun Facts:

• I have two wonderful kids

• I lived in London for a couple years

• I completed my first marathon in Paris

Track or Trails?:

Trails

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Winter

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Colleen Smith

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in September 2016

PRs: 

5k: 20:00, 8k: 32:40, 10k: 43:58, Half Marathon: 1:30:27, Marathon: 3:20:19

Social Handles:

IG: csmith_run

Long-Term Running Goals:

Most Memorable Run OR Race:

Fun Facts:

• I've never had red meat, including never had a hamburger.

• I am obsessed with Katy Perry.

• In my free time I like to cross stitch and make other crafts.

Track or Trails?:

Track

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Summer

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Dan Stanton

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in January 2019

PRs: 

5k: 15:59, 8k: 26:14, 10k: 33:58, 10M: 57:59, Half Marathon: 1:14:46, Marathon: 2:41:05

Long-Term Running Goals:

Run a 2:28 Marathon and break all my PRs again before I’m 40

Running Start:

I was bet $100 I Couldn’t run a sub 1:35 half. 7 days later I ran 1:34.

Fun Facts:

• I was All-American in wrestling

• I have 2 kids

• I am fluent in Spanish

Track or Trails?:

Trails

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Winter

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Trent Fifield

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in May 2020

PRs: 

Mile: 4:53, 5k: 16:44, 4M: 22:25, 8k: 27:28, 10M: 57:59, Half Marathon: 1:16:25, Marathon: 2:39:55

Social Handles:

IG: trentrfifield

Long-Term Running Goals:

Looking forward to a lifetime of running! Complete 6 majors, 7 Continents, Sub 3 marathon

Most Memorable Race:

2018 Boston Marathon - I learned if I can finish that race I can finish anything

Fun Facts:

• I run because I tend to accidentally hit horses with the ball instead of the green when golfing.

• I speak Hungarian.

• I am the proud father of three children (one a recent college graduate, another an IL State Special Olympic swimmer and the youngest a baseball fanatic.)

Track or Trails?:

Trails

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Spring & Fall

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Loren Newman

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in May 2014

PRs: 

Mile: 4:35, Marathon: 2:35:27, 50M: 7:09:52, 100M: 18:37:10

Social Handles:

IG: LDNewman

Long-Term Running Goals:

Top 10 at Western States or UTMB!

Most Memorable Race:

Running through the field and into the top 3 at the 2019 Ultra Trail Mt. Fuji, one of those runs where everything goes right.

Fun Facts:

• I once roundhouse kicked Chuck Norris over the phone.

• I beat Dan Walters in a push-up contest on top of Mt. Kilimanjaro.

• I was once told to "get going" by Gordy Ainsleigh.

Track or Trails?:

Trails

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Summer

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

Julie Bruns

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in April 2017

PRs: 

1500: 5:34, 1 Mile: 5:56, 3k: 12:26, 5k: 19:40, 8k: 32:17, 10k: 40:45, 10M: 1:08:00, Half Marathon: 1:32:51

Social Handles:

IG: julieruns, Facebook: Julie Wlodarski Bruns, Strava: Julie Bruns, Garmin Connect: Julie Bruns (most of these are very original!)

Long-Term Running Goals:

My number 1 long term running goal is to be able to continue to run and remain competitive not only as a masters runner but in general.

Running Start:

I started running in 7th grade and thought I was a sprinter running the 100 and 200 meters. I eventually graduated to the 400 and then the 800 in high school but never ran longer than the 1500 through college (except for cross country) thus I've always really considered myself a middle distance runner (after that initial stint as a sprinter!).

Fun Facts:

• As a masters runner, I've had the opportunity to run the Penn Relays and in Malaga Spain.

• I've worked in the same job at the Elmhurst Park District for almost 22 years.

• There's a park named after my parents in Orland Park.

Track or Trails?:

Track

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

For running? 50 degrees. For life? 70 degrees.

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Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.