To my friends, family, coworkers, and loved ones - For the last 11 years I've been on a journey focused on my own well-being. It started out learning how to take better care of myself through my physical health and through life's trials and tribulations I've learned how important my physical well-being is tied to my own positive emotional and mental well-being. Running over the past 10 years has been a rock for me; what started out as trying to run a mile down the road has turned into 5ks, 10ks, half marathons, marathons, off-road triathlons, and running two half marathons in two different states during one weekend. In October 2025 I'm excited to run the Chicago Marathon and am grateful to be running for an incredible charity that aligns with my own personal values - Heal the Planet! By fundraising my entrance in running Chicago Marathon you are also donating funds to an incredible cause that educates and empowers young people about their power of choice to improve their health and well-being, and the health of our Planet.