![]() Jared was born and raised in Muskegon. He attended GVSU where he met his wife, Nicole. They have been together almost 15 years and have been married 7.5 years. Jared is a Site Activation Manager for a global research company called IQVIA, which helps pharmaceutical companies manage different research sites across the country. When Jared is not running, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching hockey, and building random projects around the house. 1. How long have you been running? 15ish years. I was pretty big into running in college, then did not run for a while, and now am really back into it since joining Run Muskegon. 2024 was my biggest year for running… so far! 2. Do you race? If so, what is your most memorable race experience? I like to race and only compete with myself. My most memorable race experience was the North Country Half Marathon because it is where I learned I despise trail running. Nicole and I completed our first marathon shortly after that which was also quite memorable. 3. Ever run in a costume? If so, what? Yes, on occasion. Most recently I was dressed as the Turkey at our Turkey trot where I got to race the kids and cheer people on at the bottom of Cole’s hill. 4. Only running shoes for me are... Brooks Glycerin 20/21. 5. What is your worst running-related injury? Shin splints. 6. Hot or cold weather runner? Cold. I sweat a lot. 7. What is your motivation for running? Mental and physical health and running with friends. 8. If I didn't run I.... would be on the TV show “600 pound life” 9. I can't run without... a nice pair of socks 10. What's the farthest you have run at one time? 26.2! I completed my first marathon this year alongside my wife and brother 11. What brought you to Run Muskegon and why have you stayed? My wife and I have always frequented Pigeon Hill. One Wednesday night we saw all these weird people gathering for a run, so we decided to show up the next week, which happened to be a newbie night. I keep coming back because of the friends I have made through Run MKG.
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![]() Marci is a passionate runner and proud member of Run Muskegon! A Technical Product Manager by profession, she grew up in Michigan and moved to Muskegon four years ago. Her life took a new stride in 2003 when she started running, a journey that has helped her maintain a healthy lifestyle and given her the courage to embark on solo travel adventures. Marci has raced to Alaska, Arizona, and Pennsylvania for running camps and retreats. Cheering on her fellow runners is one of Marci's favorite activities, and it's a big reason why she loves participating on Run Muskegon’s race committee. Running has also allowed her to connect with her local community and cultivate great friendships. When she's not hitting the pavement, Marci enjoys her semi-professional activity of herding her two French Bulldogs and travel adventures with her husband Mike. Let's lace up and go the distance with Marci! 1. How long have you been running? I started running in 2003, after losing a few pounds (60) to maintain and enjoy some of the carbs…ok a lot of the carbs. 2. Do you race? If so, what is your most memorable race experience? I really love participating in races and experiencing that atmosphere and energy. Probably, having to share the course with a bear crossing the stream while the finish line was on the bridge. 3. Ever run in a costume? If so, what? Yes! Great race where everyone was issued a Santa suit to run in. 100’s of Santa’s running through downtown for a 5K. 4. Only running shoes for me are...currently it is Topos for the win against bunion pain. 5. What is your worst running-related injury? don’t all runners have tight calves and end up with a sore something as a result? 6. Hot or cold weather runner? I’ll do cold if it isn’t too treacherous. Fair weather for the win. 7. What is your motivation for running? I believe that we can do hard things, and running is only one of those things. I want to be able to keep moving and enjoy life’s adventures. 8. If I didn't run I.... I really can’t imagine not running, I would probably have to learn to crochet or something that would offer the same meditative benefits. 9. What's the farthest you have run at one time? I did a 50K last year on my 50th birthday. 10. What brought you to Run Muskegon and why have you stayed? I knew I would be moving to Muskegon and wanted to make sure that I had connections to the community, since a lot of my work buddies were not local to Muskegon |
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