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Boston Marathon 2015 Runner Profile: Mike Hartin
Hartin started running on a dare in 2011. Since then, he has been in nine marathons.

Name: Mike Hartin
Age: 53
Marathon Experience: Ninth marathon, third in Boston, all three on behalf of FamilyAid Boston.
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Reason: “Got dared in 2011 to run and get ’out there.’ Have never looked back....”
Charity: FamilyAid Boston
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Training Tip: “Listen to your body and do as much is it tells you to do.”
Bib Number: 30529
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