Steve Dobson, 54,  is a programmer analyst, distance runner and avid fitness enthusiast from Thurmont, MD. Steve started running due to health reasons in 2002, but now runs for sport and to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Although Steve is a very versatile runner, his favorite distance to run is 50k or longer. He is a member of the Frederick Steeplechasers Elite Racing Team, most recently bringing home the title of Frederick Steeplechasers Master Runner of the Year 2014. Steve has completed over 100 marathons, 50 of those being ultra-marathons. His accomplishments include being a 2- time finisher of the Lynchburg Ultra Series in 2013 & 2014, 2014 finisher of the Beast Series, 9-time finisher of the Catoctin 50k, 2-time finisher of the Boston Marathon; 2007 & 2010, Frederick Steeplechasers Runner of the Year 2007, Frederick Steeplechasers Ironman 2013 and Frederick Steeplechasers Master Runner of the Year 2010. When Steve is not busy training and competing, you can find him on the trails and helping others reach their training goals in the community.

“ONLY THOSE WHO RISK GOING TOO FAR CAN POSSIBLY FIND OUT HOW FAR ONE CAN GO.” – T.S. ELLIOTT