George Cressman
Get to Know Me :
- Date of Birth
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1/19/1946 - Training Distance
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Normal run is 45 minutes 4 to 5 times a week - Years Running -
I returned to running in late 2005 after an injury induced 10 year layoff - Favorite Place to
Train -
I need to run on treadmills due to the past injuries - Favorite Race -
The Manchester CT. Turkey Trot 5 miler was my favorite. After the 1st half mile uphill, the remainder of the course was flat to downhill with thousands of spectators, bands, cheerleader squads, and even a couple of bagpipe players. It was more like a 5 mile party than a race - How I started
Running -
In 1982, I needed to do something to get back in shape and to stop smoking, so I laced up an old pair of tennis shoes and hit the streets. I had a friend who got me into racing after about 6 months and found that to be a positive motivator - Favorite Food -
Steak at Outback Steak House - Best Experience
through Running -
I have met many good people that have helped make running a positive experience - Craziest Moments
through Running -
I was starting to wane at about 7.5 miles in a 15 K race (Gasparilla) when two folks, running steadily, came by. One had on an oversized set of deer antlers, lit up like a christmas tree, and swiveling. The other was wearing an oversized set of elephant ears flapping in the wind. I'm laughing at the memory, but it gave me a real lift at the time!
Or was the craziest time during my first 5 K when I had to stop and ask a policeman for directions since I was so far behind I didn't know which way the field had gone? - Most Exotic
Running Location -
The Gasparilla Disance Classic 15 K in Tampa was the most scenic location I've raced. The flat course has a beautiful bay on one side and mile after mile of pristine mansions with palm trees gently waving in the breeze on the other side - Favorite Ice
Cream -
I like anything that Maggie Moo has in the freezer. My favorite sweet is a vanilla latte at Starbucks
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