Name: Anthony Butler
Where do you currently live? Harlem, New York
How long have you been involved with Achilles Philadelphia? The Philadelphia Chapter, Feb 2017. Achilles NYC May 2014
How did you find out about Achilles International? A social worker recommended it to me .
When did running become a part of your life? The moment I joined Achilles
What do you gain from running? A sense of accomplishment. In life we all look for short cuts but running is the one thing I’ve ever given my all to.
What is your favorite distance to run? 5k. . . Ask me again in a week and that may change
Who/what is your biggest inspiration? My peers. I love listening to all of the press Achilles International gets. It makes me so happy to be involved with all of you amazing people.
What quality best describes your personality? Fun. I may not talk a lot during the race but I may have a joke or two on reserve.
What do you do for fun or a hobby in your spare time? Think. I like to think that I’m a fairly progressive individual.
Do you have a favorite quote? Until you get the strength to own the troubles of your past you will never obtain the power to write the ending of your story
What strength do you bring to the Achilles Philly chapter? Energy.I like to think that I’m pretty easy going. I only want to have a good time. Let’s throw the watches away and just run.
What motivates you to keep coming back to the chapter workouts? My life revolves around Achilles. It’s one of the only places on earth where negativity isn’t present. It’s hard to meet a person you won’t like at a workout.
If you were speaking to a prospective volunteer or athlete and could only convey one thing about Achilles Philadelphia what would it be? If you want a place that is isolated from the rest of the earth join Achilles. Upon arrival it can be intimidating and you may feel like you’re doing a service but once you give in to the experience you’ll realize that these people will become your family. I always say that there’s three things guaranteed in life. . . death, taxes and an Achilles workout.
Go Achilles!