41; Second Lieutenant for the Memphis Police Department
I <3 RUNNING: I love that I can run MY race! And while I’m training, I meet new people and learn more about running. It’s my happy place!
BUCKET LIST: I want to become a better runner, run all seven (major) marathons, and run a full marathon in every state!
UP NEXT: The Race (Half Marathon) in Atlanta, GA, and the St. Jude Memphis Marathon® Weekend (Full Marathon).
FAV FITNESS ACCOMPLISHMENT: Running the Tokyo Marathon is my biggest accomplishment, because I’d never run a full marathon, and it’s one of the Major Marathons in the world! While training, I got into the best shape of my life and lost 50 pounds! I also climbed Mount Kilimanjaro in February 2023 — what an experience!
HOMETOWN: Olive Branch, MS
SPEED BUMPS: A week before the Tokyo Marathon, I sprained my ankle. I was nervous and devastated, but I nursed it back to health before the race.
MY GROUP: Black Men Run Memphis
MOST MEMORABLE FITNESS EVENT: Hiking Mount Kilimanjaro and making it to the top! It was an incredible journey, and it took a lot of endurance and mental strength to complete.
BEST EATS: Waffle House! I always get the two grilled chicken breasts, three eggs, hash browns, wheat toast with no butter, and coffee. It never disappoints!
DREAM DINNER COMPANY: David Goggi
ns. Although he motivates people by doing, I’d like to know what goes through his mind when he’s running and what keeps him motivated to keep doing more!
GO-TO GEAR: My must-have is a great pair of running shoes! Shoes are
the backbone for me because everything works better with good shoes! I enjoy ASICS, Brooks, and Nike brands. Also, I love running in the Jogology socks!
ON MY NIGHTSTAND: “Running for My Life: One Lost Boy’s Journey from the Killing Fields of Sudan to the Olympic Games” by Lopez Lomong
PET PEEVE: When runners run with traffic and not against it! It’s wrong and dangerous!
BINGE-WATCHING: I’m currently watching “Animal Kingdom” on Netflix.
INSPIRATION TO BE FIT: I want to live longer and look good doing it! Most importantly, I want to be able to play with my son for years to come!
