Mollie Becker
Age:
26
Occupation/title/what you do:
Chicago Business Consultant with jane iredale
What
motivated you to join the PAWS Chicago Marathon team?
I
have always wanted to run a marathon but never had the "gumption" to commit to
the training! My husband and I moved to Chicago in late February and I met a
friend who volunteered for PAWS. She too had the same goal of completing a
marathon so we decided to go for it. I chose PAWS to dedicate my funds and race
to because of my love for animals.
Is this your first
marathon?
YES!
On mile
20, what will you think of to keep going?
"you've gone this far- don't give up now!" And I'll be envisioning my husband
with Katie and a GIGANTIC bowl of chips and guacamole standing at the finish
line.
What
obstacles/fears/challenges are you overcoming by running the marathon?
The commitment to such vigorous training has always been a fear. I have NEVER
been able to fully commit to anything like this physically. Also, I am
overcoming my personal challenge with
procrastination. When I got married at 23 my husband and I set goals with one
another and running a marathon within 10 years was one of mine. When my friend
and I began talking about the possibility I was like "I always thought I would
wait until I was 32 and then be forced to do it
because I only have 1 year left." At this rate, maybe I'll even squeeze in a
second or third marathon by 33!
Why PAWS Chicago?
It was
divine timing. I love the ideals of PAWS and my girlfriend introduced me to the
notion of the organization and I was on board!
How did you find out
about the PAWS Chicago Marathon Team? My friend
Emily
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Mollie's marathon quest, click here.
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