33; FedEx IT Project Manager
I <3 RUNNING: I love the friendships, adventures, and the challenges. It can be so rewarding to accomplish your goals, and it’s much more enjoyable to have friends with you.
BUCKET LIST: I would like to do a run vacation in Europe where the goals are to run, eat, and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
UP NEXT: It’s always a blast to run the MRTC Road Race Series as I train for the St. Jude Memphis Marathon® Weekend.
FAV FITNESS ACCOMPLISHMENT: Last year I ran my first 100-mile race at The Hennepin Hundred. It was one of the most fun and challenging things I’ve ever done!
HOMETOWN: Memphis
SPEED BUMPS: I tore my ACL in high school, and it was a major challenge to get back to sports in time for my senior year. Since then, it’s all about managing the little niggles and making sure nothing big crops up.
MY GROUP: Trail Trippers. They’re the best trail running group in Memphis (and the world in my opinion).
FAV JAMS: “All Star” by Smash Mouth. You’ll know it’s me coming down the trail when you hear the tune!
RECENT RACES: Got a PR and age group award at the Coke 10K in Corinth, MS. It was an amazing race!
MOST MEMORABLE FITNESS EVENT: The first time I ran a 50k race (shout out to Walking Tall at Big Hill Pond State Park), I knew ultra running was my jam. I’ve run a dozen ultras since then, and each one has been filled with amazing memories.
BEST EATS: BBQ nachos from Central BBQ
DREAM DINNER COMPANY: Bob Mortimer, the British comedian. He is hilarious, and I’d enjoy laughing with him.
GO-TO GEAR: I’m a New Balance girl. I love the Hierros on the trails and SuperComp Trainers for road racing.
INSPIRATION TO BE FIT: I want to always be able to say “yes” to every adventure or challenge.
ON MY NIGHTSTAND: “Thursday Murder Club” by Richard Osman
PET PEEVE: Not running on the correct side of the road or trail annoys me.
BINGE-WATCHING: “Taskmaster” I love British comedians, and this is the best show.
QUOTE: “Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.” – Tim Notke
Photo by Josh Clark
