DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in February 2025

PRs:

8k: 28:22, 10k: 34:44, Half Marathon: 1:19:34, Marathon: 3:04:32

Social Handles:

IG: @wilkmonster619

Long-Term Running Goals:

To run the Chicago Marathon every year that I am physically able to, and to eventually run a marathon with my daughters (when they are old enough).

Running Start:

My first race was the Halloween Trick or Trot Kids race which was in Lincoln Park when I was 8 years old. I won the race, and forever after became one of the weirdos who enjoyed running.

Fun Facts:

I have 3 daughters and a wife who support my running habit.
We live in Roscoe Village.
I've hiked the Grand Canyon from rim to rim.

Track or Trails?:

Trails

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Summer

Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in January 2025

PRs:

5k: 19:29, 10k: 41:03, Half Marathon: 1:28:57, Marathon: 3:08:08

Social Handles:

Instagram: brian.landau, Facebook: Brian Landau

Long-Term Running Goals:

My near-term goal is to run a marathon in under 3:00. In the long term, I'd like to qualify for the Age Group World Championships. For my age group, that means running under 2:48.

Running Start:

I initially got into running to lose weight. That was over 12 years ago. Now, I run for the challenge - getting faster even as I enter my 50s. I also love the connections I've made over the years. Some might see it as a lonely activity, but for me, that couldn't be further from the truth.

Fun Facts:

I was born and raised in New York and New Jersey, but for the last 17 years, I've called Chicago my home.
Call me old fashion, but I love reading physical books and writing on physical paper.
Even though I don't cook (well), I love watching the Food Network - one of my favorite channels.

Track or Trails?:

Trails

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

With Friends

Summer or Winter?:

Summer

Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.