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 Goggins. 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!
