Boston Marathon 2015 Runner Profile: Michael Schiavo

Name: Michael Schiavo

Age: 36

Occupation: IT Manager, Malden Public Schools

Marathon experience: Two half marathons and three eight-plus hour endurance races on Killington Mountain, plus more than 22 various endurance races.

Reason for running: “Personal growth and to raise funds and awareness for Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary of Boston.”

Charity: Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary

Training tip: “Do not just run everyday if you want to have a successful Boston Marathon, or any marathon for that matter. To remain injury-free, you must cross train - swim, bike or even roller blade, along with running. Work your quads, hamstrings, lower back and glutes. Your glutes are the piece that holds everything together.”

Bib number: 30636

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