Patient(s!) of the Month: June

    I'm very thrilled to inspire our community this month with a "two-for" POTM feature. This happily married duo has been and continues to be a pioneering force in the local youth running community. As a former coach of middle school track in Pleasanton, Lisa helped increase participation in public middle school track & field in the Tri-Valley area for many years. Kevin continues to coach one of the elite USATF youth track clubs
​(Mt. Diablo Heat) and provides an unparalleled feeder program to the local high school running scene. Thank you for your service to others, commitment to your own health&fitness and for making us a part of YOUR healthcare team!

Get to know our POTM:
Why do you run?:
Kevin: I love to race and that requires being fit. I also enjoy chatting with friends on long runs.
Lisa: I run because I like to feel fit and strong.

Favorite race distance?: 
Kevin: 800m  
Lisa: 10k

Favorite breakfast?:   
Kevin:  Fried eggs over easy, hash browns and corned beef hash.
Lisa: Eggs (any style), roasted potatoes and sausage. 

Favorite track/trail you’ve ever been to?: 
Kevin: Favorite track is the Melbourne Olympic Track. Favorite trail is through the Giant Forest in Sequoia National Park.
Lisa: Pacific Spirit Park, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. 

A _______ a day keeps the doctor away:   
Kevin: Run!
Lisa: glass of chardonnay!

Early bird or night owl?: 
Kevin: Early bird! I'm usually up by 5:15 am.
Lisa: early bird. 

Run with or without music?: 
Kevin: Without.
Lisa: Without. 

A book you think everyone should read?: 
Kevin: Great Ideas of Classical Physics - covers the basics of how the world around us works.
Lisa: Not an avid reader. Love to read cookbooks and cooking magazines. 

How has working with Dr. Thornberry helped you achieve your health and fitness goals?: 
Kevin: She got my hamstring healthy enough to race 800m and make the US and World Rankings.
Lisa: ​Dr. Thornberry has helped show me that drills and stretching really do work and you can retrain your muscles/body to run without pain.

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