Health & Fitness
Boston Marathon 2015 Runner Profile: Chris Bauernfeind
Chris, a marine biologist at New England Aquarium, has run 22 marathons.
Name: Chris Bauernfeind
Age: 44
Profession: Scuba diver/Marine biologist at New England Aquarium
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Marathon experience: 22 total marathons, 10 Bostons (Monday will be 11)
Reason for Running: Because I love to run. I love the exercise. I love the alone time. I love to be outside. It can be challenging physically and it’s healthy mentally. One might argue I’m addicted to it.
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Training tip: Run hills, downhill especially, when training for Boston.
Bib number: 9249
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