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Boston Marathon Interview with Steph Cooper
How long have you been running, when/why did you start?
I have been running for about 12 years. I started because I wanted to get in shape for backpacking and it took off from there.
Is there something about the Boston Marathon that makes it special to you? Why run this Marathon?
I grew up by the marathon start and went to watch every year. I spent time in all of the towns along the route, so it only makes sense that I would run this one. Besides, it is Boston! The big show!
How many Boston marathons have you done? Or will this be your first?
This will be my second Boston. I ran last year with Beth O’Grady and Steve’s Team
Do you have any special diet the week prior to the marathon?
We have a tradition of going out for Italian food on the Saturday night before the marathon. Heck, I did that even when I was not running!
Do you follow any specific running program to prepare for a Marathon?
I actually don’t. I just add longer and longer runs on the weekend. Being in Wicked there are always other people training, so I take some cues from them.
What’s your favorite training run while training for a Marathon?
I like the 21 miles from Hopkinton to Heartbreak on the Boston course a few weeks out. It is a real confidence booster!
What is your way to approach running a Marathon? I.e., slow at first, negative splits?
Anyone who knows me knows that my approach is always about having fun. I am a really chatter, so I never run for speed, but more socialization and experience.
Do you bring your own nutrition for the Marathon? Electrolytes, Gels, Bars?
I always carry my water bottle (even for short runs) ~ the Tuesday and Thursday morning folks know this well. I will also carry some Clif Shot and Shot blocks.
Are you shooting for a specific time at Boston or are you running to enjoy the sights and sounds?
I am running to take it all in. I will run with my sister and enjoy every step.
Do you run with an MP3 player? Have any tunes that get you over the wall or the rough points in the Marathon?
I don’t. I hardly ever run by myself, so chat rather than listen to music. If I have to run alone I listen to podcasts of This American Life or Car Talk
Anything else you would like to add??
My sister and I will be wearing pink princess skirts in the marathon this year, so keep an eye out for us!
I am ever grateful to all my running friends, particularly the Lynn Woods Crew and the Tuesday/Thursday morning Wicked Runners! You guys make my life great!
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