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Boston Marathon Runner Profile: Kim Ching

This is the sixth in a series of profiles of Natick residents running the 2013 Boston Marathon on April 15.

Runner name: Kim Ching

Age: 34

Profession: Market Researcher

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Marathon Experience: This is my third marathon, second Boston Marathon.

Reason for Running: To raise funds for the Natick Education Foundation and to run with my sister, Karen Corburn.

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Charity: We need to each raise $4,000, so any support would be greatly appreciated! If you choose to donate online, please visit www.natickedfoundation.orgΒ andΒ be sure that you type "Boston Marathon Runners" in the "Designation" box and type Kim Ching and/or Karen Corburn in the "Dedication or Gift" box. If you'd like to send a check, please make it out to the Natick Education Foundation and send to PO Box 2221, Natick, MA 01760. Thank you all and please spread the word!

Training Tip: Hydration is key. If I don't carry water along with me onΒ a run, I figure out where I can grab some along the way.

Bib Number: 25,499

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