Mark Messmer
Men's Marathon
Qualifying Time: 2:17:27
Qualifying Race: 2023 Chevron Houston Marathon
Date of Birth
09/21/92
Age on Race Day
31
Current Residence
Castle Rock, CO
Hometown
Missoula, MT
High School
Sentinel High School
Profession
Registered Nurse, Director of Nursing, Highline South Surgery Center
Marathon PB
2:17:27
First Trials qualification
No
Previous Trials
2020
Number of attempts to qualify
3
College(s)
University of Montana
Career Highlights
Qualifying for 2020 and 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Marathon
Family
Super-supportive friends and family
Greatest Accomplishment
Managing a demanding career while continuing to pursue competitive running.
Interesting Story
I have not taken a day off from running since Dec. 6, 2016. My minimum run length is 4 miles.
Favorite Book
Rich Dad, Poor Dad
Favorite Movie
Stepbrothers
Favorite TV Show/Series
Yellowstone
Favorite Post-race Indulgence
Hazy IPA
Favorite Breakfast
Pancakes and eggs
Favorite Motivational Quote
"Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard."
Favorite Running Memory
Qualifying for the 2020 Trials at California International Marathon.
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