Meet Mark, running on the comeback trail.

I grew up in a San Diego running family - my dad knew the best in the world. My mom placed 3rd in the World Masters Championships for the Marathon. At 17, I ran a 9:15 2-mile. I thought I was somebody. My first college race I tore ligaments in my right knee. I limped for 30 years. This is my story…

Join the journey as Mark shares his wisdom, post-injury tales, and athletic updates. Get inspired by his resilience and passion. Are you ready to lace up your shoes and hit the trail?

Stay tuned for more excitement and insights from a seasoned athlete with a fresh perspective. Mark's comeback story is just beginning...

Age 48 – returned as a jogger
Age 50ish – ran 1:45 half marathon
Age 55 – 1:32 half marathons, 1st Place Overall Ely Cave Lake half marathon (1:36 at 8,000 feet)
Age 60 – 17:49 5k (world class but didn’t know it for nearly 5 years)
Age 65 – 3rd USATF Masters Championships 1,500 meters, 2nd USATF Pacific Region Masters Championships 800m and 1,500m, 1st Male overall Formidable 13k, Folsom Lake 5k 1st over 60 (5th overall), Heart n Sole 5k 1st over 60 (2nd overall), Polio Purple 5k(1st over 60 (4th overall), 1st USATF 800m Pacific Region Indoor Masters Championships.
Age 66 (current) - 1st USATF 800m Pacific Region Outdoor Championships,1st USATF 800m Pacific Region Indoor Masters Championships, 1st MLK Invitational 800m (60+), 1st Santa Hustle 10k (60+), 1st overall Sparks PD 5k.

Meet Mark, running on the comeback trail.

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