Chris Urbanski
DOB: 5/7/71
Family:
Married to Tim for 18 years now, and we have two boys (ages 14 and 10)
Occupation: Administative Assistant
Racing Experience (in years):
6 years running, plus 1 tri,
and 1 duathlon!
Bike(s): Raleigh road bike,
Trek mountain bike
Favorite Race(s): Nike womens race in California, 5/3 Riverbank run, and the Grand Rapids Marathon
Hobbies: Running, Biking, Reading, Snowmobiling, drinking coffee, and drinking wine.... but not at the same time :)
Why Do You Compete?
I love having a training schedule. It keeps me on track and motivated. Then on the day of an event the "Race day Buzz" of nerves and excitement take over and you just don't know what's going to happen. I like the challenge of getting to the finish line and the feeling of accomplishment when you finally finish!
What Is Your Favorite Race Memory?
I've run a lot of races with friends and family that I have so many special moments to remember. I can't even begin to narrow it down.
What's Your Most Embarrassing Race Memory?
My first race was the Reeds Lake 5k. I was running along, and looked down to seach for a better song on my ipod when I heard someone yelling out something. I looked over and he was yelling something at me and pointing ahead... I looked up and was very close to running staight into a parked car on the side of the road! Of course I would have been more embarrassed had I actually run into the car, but I still remember it and believe that had I actually run into the car, I would not have signed up for another race.
