As people have been learning about my upcoming run, they have had a few questions. Here's a few answers for you...


Q-You'll have to run/walk at least 31.4 miles per day to make the cut-off. How in the world can you do that?
A-Well, I'm looking at it as a series of 10 mile run/walks/shuffles...done 30.14 times :)
One thing you learn very quickly when it come to ultra distance races...NEVER think of the race in terms of the whole distance. That will overwhelm you in a hurry. Always break it into smaller bites, if you will.
Your body may be telling you it's broke, but if the mind is convinced it can be done, it will be.

Q-Where will you sleep?
A-Basically wherever I land. There are motels along the way. It will be a matter of getting to them at the most opportune time.

Q-Aren't you afraid to be out there all by yourself?
A-The short answer is NO. The world is not near as scary as the media would have us all believe.
Always be vigilant, trust your instincts, and don't do anything stupid. I have faith that I'll be protected.

Q-Why are you doing this?
A-Well, answering that would take way more space than I have here. so I'll try to give an abbreviated version.
Here are a few reasons...
*To see if I'm capable for doing it.
*To challenge myself to reach outside my comfort zone.
*To show that no matter how bad of shape you're in, you can get yourself back to healthy, if you really want to.
*My blood runs deep Orange. What better way to help out The Pat Summitt Foundation? Alzheimer's is a serious challenge for those that have it. A challenge much greater than the temporary discomfort I will experience during the Race. I am proud to be able to help out Pat's cause in my small way.

Q-What will you wear?
A-The least I can get away with!  It's mighty HOT in TN during July ya know! :)

Q-What happens if you don't finish?
A-Truthfully, not finishing has never, even remotely, been a thought in my head. However, one never knows if an injury might occur or something else might happen that is out of my control.
The1st thing I'd like to let you know is, whether I finish or not, any donations raised will still go directly to PSF. Not finishing would certainly be a let down for me, but the silver lining would be I still was able to raise money for PSF.
All I can do is promise everyone who is supporting me, that I will, to the best of my ability, start and finish this race.

Q-I don't want to save my change. Can I just give a donation and be done with it?
A-Yes, of course! You can Donate any amount you wish at anytime.
 Just make sure you check the box that says "Yes, make this donation a tribute", then type in "VolRun4Change" in the "Dedicate To" box. That way we get credit for your donation and it goes toward our goal total.
You can also just send in a check made out to "The Pat Summitt Foundation" and put VolRun4Change on the "Memo" line.

Jus' keep movin'...