TEAM NAME: Be About It (Dr. Jay's Team)                                Team Donation Page: Click Here
TEAM MEMBERS: Dr. Jay Basra and Nosheen Hydari

Dr. Jay Basra - Team Captain
AGE: 37
PREDICTED FINISH TIME FOR CHICAGO HALF MARATHON: 2:30-2:45
MARATHON EXPERIENCE: Rookie
OCCUPATION: Chiropractic Physician
HOMETOWN: Palatine, Illinois
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Nosheen Hydari
AGE: 27
PREDICTED FINISH TIME FOR CHICAGO HALF MARATHON: 2:15
MARATHON EXPERIENCE: Rookie
OCCUPATION: Associate Producer, Travelzoo
HOMETOWN: Chicago, Illinois
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WHY IS THE CHICAGO HALF MARATHON A SPECIAL RACE FOR YOU?
Having ran in high school and prior for personal enjoyment, I have always looked to the future as a possibility of running a race/marathon. With the addition of a baby in the recent past, full time obligations with the clinic and a massage therapy school, running took a back seat. It would be personal achievement to attain the goal of finishing the Chicago Half Marathon and having other opportunities to run in the future. - Dr. Basra

Because it's my very first Half!, it's in my hometown, and I'm running it along with my brother-in-law, Dr. Jay Basra! - Nosheen

WHAT MADE YOU SIGN UP TO RUN 13.1 MILES?
My sister-in-law surprised me by signing me up for the Chicago Half Marathon, as a birthday gift. I have not paid attention to myself physically and this was her way of letting me know to put up or shut up. As I mentioned earlier, its' been a personal goal to participate and finish a marathon. - Dr. Jay Basra

I've always wanted to be a runner, and have always admired the endurance and strength that goes along with the running lifestyle. People always thought I was athletic growing up, but since I am fairly uncoordinated, I have shied away from team sports for most of my life. Running seemed a natural fit. When I started to run last September, I didn't think I could do even 3 miles at a respectable pace. But a year has made so much difference in my life - I have started to enjoy being active in a way I never imagined. - Nosheen

ARE YOU RUNNING FOR A CAUSE OR IN HONOR OF SOMEONE?
I am running to support Non-Profit Chiropractic Organization to help support persons in need. - Dr. Basra

Yes, I am running to honor myself first and foremost! I am realizing how important it is to maintain my own health and strength as I get older. And I am of course also running to support Non-Profit Chiropractic Organization (NPCO) to help those less privileged who need medical care in countries where it's too expensive to come by. - Nosheen

DO YOU HAVE ANY WORDS OF ADVICE FOR YOUR FELLOW RUNNERS?
Hang in there and keep chugging. It may be slow and steady but, you will get to your destination. - Dr. Basra

I found running hard in the beginning allows me to keep a strong pace rather than starting slow and building up speed. Also, my old college roommate got me onto chewing gum while running so it absorbs the extra saliva your mouth produces! Great little tip. - Nosheen

WHAT IS ON YOUR IPOD WHEN YOU ARE TRAINING?
Eclectic music from hip/hop, classical, rap, Indian beats and instrumentals. - Dr. Basra

Either hip hop or pop songs slowed down, put to techno music. Towards the end, I'm probably listening to "Stronger" by Kanye West on repeat ;)- Nosheen

DO YOU HAVE A CHIROPRACTIC EXPERIENCE YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE?
One of my patients, who was 180 lbs., in poor health had a goal of running a marathon and she put her blood and sweat into the training. She has reached the goal of not just attaining personal health but has become an inspiration to those trying to start anything. - Dr. Basra

My brother-in-law, Dr. Jay, is a gifted Chiropractor who puts his patients at ease - even the skeptical ones (I wasn't always a believer). Now, Dr. Jay truly addresses my entire well being and lifestyle during my visits, and I feel like my running posture has definitely benefited from him. - Nosheen

DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE QUOTE?
One of my favorite quotes is: "We live our lives in chains not knowing that we hold the key." - Dr. Basra

"Mind is everything: muscle - pieces of rubber. All that I am, I am because of my mind." - Paavo Nurmi (Finnish runner) - Nosheen

DO YOU HAVE ANY INSPIRATIONAL STORIES TO SHARE?
I was having a particularly hard run after work one day, and my mind started to dip into "feel sorry for yourself" mode. I was feeling pretty bad for myself and ready to stop when I saw a man with prosthetic legs get on the treadmill right in front of me. He had to spend an extra 30 minutes stretching, and it took him a long time to get going, but he was there doing it. If I was in his position, I would have been huffing and puffing, probably with a chip on my shoulder about how life was so much more difficult for me. But he didn't - he was there to get strong and stay healthy. I think about him when I start to get discouraged. That stranger at the gym inspires me to think mind over matter. - Nosheen

LASTLY, WHAT IS YOUR TRAINING LIKE IN CHICAGO/SAN FRANSICO?
It was a challenge to find the time and the encouragement to begin but as time progressed, I have found a groove and it just fits. The runs have become enjoyable and satisfying. - Dr. Basra

Training for the Half in San Francisco has been challenging - mostly because summer is San Francisco's coldest season and I have been running indoors as a result. Still, the indoor running on treadmills is helping to prep for Chicago's flat streets. When I am able to run outdoors, the city's hilly terrain seems like it is pushing me and my muscles, which will hopefully give me a boost in ability come race day. - Nosheen

ANYTHING ELSE WE SHOULD ADD?
The day you find something you love is the last day you work. - Dr. Basra

I like running where I can see my reflection. Not sure why, but sweating and seeing my muscles contract makes me feel strong. - Nosheen

TEAM GOAL:
We promise to give our all, to run our heart outs, in exchange for your pledge to help us achieve our team goal. Please sponsor us as much or as little as you can - EVERY little bit helps!