Featured Runner: February 2012

Name: Joe Thoreson

Age: 53

Hometown: Boise, ID

Miles Per Week: 15-20

Started Running: In 2011! My first mile was this last March with the marathon training class. My goal was to finish the Missoula marathon before the course closed and I reached my goal and am an official marathon finisher!

Favorite Run: Some of my favorite runs have been the RWM Saturday Breakfast Runs at the Runners Edge. And, of course, the Beer Runs, Light the Way 5k, and the Diva Run (never mind – I just helped with that!).

What Motivates You To Run? All of the runners in our running community and food.

What Do You Like To Do Outside of Running? I enjoy swimming

Favorite Quote: Just do it! This really gets me out there for a run!

Anything Else You Would Like To Add: I’m grateful to my Missoula running family and for the Runners Edge for making me look my best while running!

Side Note: Joe is someone we are excited to see in the store on (almost!) a daily basis. He always has a smile on his face and seems to always be trying different races around town. Word on the street is Joe is trying to get into the Grizzly Triathlon  - good luck Joe!