Boston Marathon 2015 Runner Profile: Emily French

From left to right in photo: Meghan Holt, Emily French, Laura LaBonte-Catlin

Name: Emily French

Age: 25

Profession: Sales - EF Educational Tours

Marathon experience: First marathon.

Reason for running: I’ve always wanted to run a marathon and I’m excited to be to be running for an organization that I really believe in, the Charlestown Lacrosse and Learning Center.

I’m also looking forward to being part of such an iconic day for Boston. I don’t even know what to expect and that’s the most exciting part. I just know what it means to the city and that it will be an emotional and incredible day.

Charity: Charlestown Lacrosse and Learning Center

Training tip: Getting a good night sleep before a long run is crucial. And - wear a neck warmer while running during the colder months!

Bib number: 28501

If you’re running the 119th Boston Marathon on April 20, Patch wants to recognize you.

We’re putting together brief profiles of local runners, and we want to include you! To be featured on Charlestown Patch, email a photo and the following information to Charlestown Patch editor Mike Bednarsky by emailing michael.bednarsky@patch.com