Name:Arlene Schneider

Born: July 1st

Place of Birth: Crowley, Louisiana
 
Marital Status: Married
 
Children: 2 boys, Anthony age 13, Trevor age 10
 
Pets: One feline—Name is Follow Kitty. The boys named him… Hamster-Teddy
 
Occupation: Previous life-Psychotherapist. Current life-Busy Mom
 
Education: MSW-LSU
 
Hobbies: Running, reading, hanging out with friends, working out, volunteering at my sons’ school
 
Years Running: 31 years
 
How many times a week do you run? 3
 
How did you come to join MPRC: Ron Holliday recruited the Runner’s High Renegade Runners to join MPRC.
 
Proudest running accomplishment: Two Ultras
 
Favorite training run: Sabine or trails.
 
Favorite race: Sunmart (RIP). Marine Corp Marathon is very nice and well run. Makes me proud to be an American!
 
I run because: It keeps me sane, healthy, and fit. Most of all, I love my running buddies.

Running Advice/Favorite Running Quote: Listen to your body and know when to stop.
 
Currently Signed Up For: Warrior Dash!!!!!
 
Shoes you run in: Asics. I always forget the name of the shoe, but I’ve run in it for years. New Balance Trail Shoes. I recently got orthotics and they have really helped..
 
Other Exercises Besides Running: I work out with a trainer once a week, mostly doing lower body and rehab/prevention. I try to get in two other workouts on my own. Try to do abs 6x week
 
Inspirational Athletes: 1-Martina Navratilova-set the stage for female athletes, 2- Jackie Joyner Kersee-possibly the best female athlete in the 20th century. She accomplished so much while she battled asthma. 3-Drew Brees for his work ethic and enthusiasm.
 
Previous Spotlights: Surena Matin, Tricia Hernandez, Nicole Rimmer, Jane Nguyen, Kevin Walter, Jane Lock, Curtis Chin, Merry Nelson