Carrie chats with professional runner Vince Ciattei! Vince shares insights on his journey into running, from his standout high school and college days to narrowly missing the Olympic team. They dive into his evolving mindset, the importance of consistency, and how he’s finding joy in what’s next. Vince also opens up about his family, his passion for music (especially the saxophone!), and his love for sports.
Recorded September 17, 2024
Vincent Ciattei
Vincent Ciattei attended Perry Hall High School in Baltimore, MD, from 2009 to 2013, where he became a 7-time MD 4A State Champion and set the state record in the indoor 1600m with a time of 4:14. He continued his track career at Virginia Tech from 2013 to 2018, winning an NCAA Indoor DMR Championship in 2018, earning three NCAA silver medals, and claiming three ACC titles in the 1500m and mile.
Turning pro in 2018, Vince joined Nike Oregon Track Club Elite, setting a mile PR of 3:54 and a 1500m PR of 3:34, and winning the 2022 USA Road Mile Championship. In 2023, he signed with Under Armour Mission Run Dark Sky Distance and set a personal best of 3:31 in the 1500m, placing 4th in the 2024 Olympic Trials. His mile PR of 3:50 ranks #5 in the world in 2024.
Hailing from a large Baltimore family, Vince has three siblings, including twin sisters and a brother studying in the UK. He has played alto saxophone since 5th grade and, as of July 2024, has visited eight new countries.
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