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Run4Purpose

Mission Statement:  Run4Purpose is designed to help influence, inspire and entertain all types of runners, whether new or experienced.  We are a non-judgmental community here to help anyone that wants or desires to live a healthy and active lifestyle.  

Jonathan Lusch

Hi!  My name is Jonathan Lusch and I am a 28 year old avid advocate for healthy living and daily fitness.  I believe in enjoying life by enjoying our body.  When you feel good in your skin, you feel good with life.  Now, that isn't necessarily always true, but I have found that to be true with myself.  I hope you all can appreciate and feel confident in your body.

My current health goal is to run in the 2011 Columbus 1/2 Marathon.  Recently, I have trained my body to not crave fatty or fried foods -- and that has been a blessing!  I enjoy simpler treats these days that don't contain heavy fats or high sodium (although I do enjoy a nice side a fries sometimes!).  If you ever see me or want to talk, please do not hesitate to do so.  I am an easy going person that is not judgmental.

 I am currently a Learning Disabled Tutor at Fort Hayes High School with Columbus City Schools.  I enjoy the staff and students that I get to work with every day and I aspire to eventually receive a Special Education License.

Richard the Runner

Meet Richard.  Watch Richard run.  Watch Richard be a jerk.

 Yes, that is who he is.  A very eccentric, out going character that is a health and fitness freak, and if you need any information on running -- go to him.  The down side:  he thinks he owns all the running paths in the world.  He has no respect for fellow runners.  He believes he is the fastest person alive.  And yes, he is as egotistical of a person you can get.  Richard will push you out of his way if you are in his running path, laugh at you for being slow, and make fun of you whenever possible.

My opinion:  Listen to him if he has something to say about running; he is very knowledgeable.  Just watch out for him if you are training in a gym or running outside.

Sandrine the Assistant

Ahh yes -- meet Sandrine.  Or to Richard Sardine, or Saline, or Sangria, or Tangerine, or whatever else he thinks up.  This is the real brain behind Richard.  Often calm and collected, Sandrine assists Richard with doing his homework on running.  Yes, it's true that Richard knows a thing or two about running; however, the source of his knowledge stems from this lovely lady.  The unfortunate problem for Sandrine?  She has to put up with all of Richard's bullish behavior.

Gary

Gary was the winner of the first ever Run4Purpose giveaway.  We have decided to idolize him by making him an extra.  Thank you Gary.