Boston Marathon 2015 Runner Profile: Laura LaBonte-Catlin

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

Name: Laura LaBonte-Catlin

Age: 34

Profession: Scientist

Marathon experience: Two previous marathons.

Reason for running: Running has been a huge part of my life since college. For me, it has always been great to relieve stress, stay healthy and meet new friends. Running Boston has always been a dream of mine and running for such a great neighborhood charity makes it even more worthwhile.

Charity: Charlestown Lacrosse and Learning Center

Training tip: Running with friends is the best - it helps distract you from the cold, the snow, and the long miles ahead of you. If you have to run alone, I recommend listening to podcasts instead of music because (at least to me) it feels like running with someone who’s telling me a nice long story. Plus you might learn something!

Bib number: 31350

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