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Runner Profile: Evan Flannery

Evan Flannery
East Greenville, PA

Favorite kicks: Asics

Pre-race ritual: I don't really have any rituals. I just try to get there early so I don't stress out during the commute.

Pre-race snack: Skittles

Tips for new runners: Start slowly. Set small goals and slowly increase distance -- no more than 10 percent a week. Hydrate!

Why he runs: I started running when I was in the Marines. After I got out, I stopped exercising for a long time. After my daughter was born I wanted to get back into shape, so I started running again.

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