Who I am

Age group triathlete/runner.

What I'm overcoming

Loss of father

Date of injury

1992-04-01 00:00:00

My Story

I was hit by pickup truck while cycling. Transported by air to nearest trauma center. Lost lots of teeth, broken ankle and serious road rash but I was wearing a helmet and had insurance. I did not really think much of it until my father's life was taken in an auto accident. My father was truly unstoppable. He ran every St. Louis marathon between 1973 - 1992. 21 straight years before being hit by a car during a triathlon bike training session. Forced to take 1993 off to rehab his surgically repaired leg. He picked back up and ran the next 6 straight marathons. My father was swimming; biking and running up until the day that truck slammed into his car and took his life. I now appreciate how precious life is and how fortunate I am to be able to do the things that I enjoy. Too many athletes are taken from us each year by carelessness.

My Heroes

My father, Richard Lake.

What I've learned so far

Appreciate each and every day.

I Will again

My Goal is to: Qualify for Boston Marathon By 2010-02-14 00:00:00

My first milestone is to: By 

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