My fifth race of 2009 is less than a week away and what better place for my finale run than Vegas?!?!? And I’ll be running as Elvis along with (likely) hundreds of runners. Together, we’ll make up the “running Elvi.” Here’s some questions I answered while entering the Running Elvi Group:

Name:
Lindsey Mastis

Day job:

Television Reporter

How many races have you run as Elvis and where?
0

What inspired you to run as Elvis?
I’ve wanted to run the Vegas strip for a few years, and every time I see pictures of the Running Elvi—I get inspired. I can’t wait to join the group!

Are you running the full or half marathon?
I’m signed up for the full, but I will be running the half and enjoying every moment!

Will you be wearing an Elvis wig or are you already blessed with the look?
I am blessed with the look! Even though I’m a girl with fairly long hair, I’ve been able to create an Elvis up-do—complete with the little curl that falls down on the forehead. But again—I’m a girl—so I won’t be doing the whole side-burn thing.

Have you taken your costume for a test run yet? If so, where?
I’ve run around my apartment, jumping up and down, excited to be a she-Elvis!

If “What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas,” what will you tell your family and friends about running down the Las Vegas Strip dressed as Elvis?
I won’t say anything, unless the picture escape…

We already have the “Spaghetti Elvis” and the “Ugly Elvis.” What is your Elvis alias?
I’m just going to go with my name: Lindsey Elvis

What are your three favorite Elvis tunes to run to?
I love the club version of “Little More Conversation.” But I also like to run to other Vegas-inspired tunes and bands like Katy Perry’s “Waking Up In Vegas,” and anything by The Killers.

Will you be running as the “skinny” Elvis or the “fat” Elvis?
I’ll be running as skinny Elvis, until I hit the buffets!

Do you have family, friends and/or co-workers who will be running as Elvis with you?  If so, how many, what are their names and how are they related to you?
I am running with a group of people, but none of them are brave enough to become a running Elvis.

Will you also be renewing your vows or getting married at our Run-Thru Wedding Chapel?
I will not be getting married, even though my fiancé (who is running the race) and I just got engaged a few weeks ago. Please don’t temp us!

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