Norman Woman is Top American in Dallas Marathon

Jenny Graef Runs Breakthrough Performance

(Dallas – December 13, 2009)

RunHers elite Jenny Graef is the top American and 2nd place overall in a breakthrough performance of 2:52:38 at The Metro PCS Dallas White Rock Marathon in Dallas today - Jenny ran a stellar race and was gaining on Kenya's Rose Jebet who struggled through the final 10K of the race. Jenny is also the 2008 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon Champion.

Jenny states, “This is absolutely my best performance. I ran conservatively and really felt great all day.” A smiling Graef continues, “This is easily my personal best time by 10 minutes. I think that with continued smart training I have a shot at getting a 2012 Olympic Trials qualifying time in an upcoming 2010 0r 2011 marathon.”

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About Jenny

Jenny Graef hails from Wisconsin and currently lives in Norman, Oklahoma. Jenny has been a lifelong athlete and runner. Jenny received a B.S. in biology and chemistry from the University of Wisconsin, Osh Kosh before coming to Oklahoma to continue her education with the University of Oklahoma. She received a M.S. in exercise physiology and is now aiming for a M.S. in dietetics. Jenny ran track in school and stunned the entire running community in April of 2008 by winning the first marathon she ever entered, The 2008 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon. She continues to run competitively and mentor/coach people on how to get into a healthier lifestyle though movement and proper nutrition. She serves as chief dietetic consultant and lead adviser to the runHers association where the “Ask Jenny” program will be rolled out nationally in 2010.

About RunHers

RunHers is a women's club dedicated to healthy lifestyle through running and walking in Oklahoma. runhers is dedicated to the support and growth of women of all ages and abilities. A runhers national rollout is scheduled to begin on 2010.
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