I was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis at 18 months old. Since then, my life has been a rollercoaster of extreme highs and lows. Throughout my adolescence, I was told that certain things would never be possible for me; I began to put limits on myself and listened to the critics who defined my boundaries.
 

Everything changed during the Covid-19 pandemic. I started running, and since that first mile, I have clocked thousands more and completed three full marathons—most recently the NYC Marathon in 2024.
 

Running gave me the conviction that I can do hard things. The limitations I once accepted no longer feel so constricting. Today, I am a proud father and I'm ready to lace up my shoes once again for the Chicago Marathon this October.
 

I run to raise awareness for Cystic Fibrosis, but also to prove that living with CF has made me strong and resilient. In many ways, this journey has made me fearless.