26; Data Security Specialist at MLGW; Volunteer Mentor for Reach Memphis and Talking in Memphis
I <3 MY SPORTS: I love the challenge — how it tests my discipline and strengthens me physically and mentally. I also love the peace of running in nature or being under a bar.
BUCKET LIST: I want to bench 200 lbs. by the end of the year!!
UP NEXT: Hamilton Eye Institute Race For Sight 5K
FAVE FITNESS ACCOMPLISHMENT: Being able to bench press 135 lbs. and press a plate (45s on each side) is a big accomplishment, especially for a small woman like myself. It’s more than I weigh!
HOMETOWN: Memphis
SPEED BUMPS: I had to get my wisdom teeth pulled three weeks before the St. Jude race. It interrupted my training, but I was able to push through mentally, even with a slightly swollen face.
MY GROUP: 901 Vitality Run Club (Founder)
FAVORITE JAMS: “Hurt Me So Good” by Jazmine Sullivan
RECENT RACES: St. Jude (10K)
MOST MEMORABLE FITNESS EVENT: This year was my first year getting into running, so participating in the St. Jude Memphis Marathon® Weekend for the first time with my group was a fulfilling experience.
BEST EATS: Flava House – I like the Jerk Chicken Tacos.
BINGE-WATCHING: “The Good Wife”
DREAM DINNER COMPANY: Kobe Bryant because he is the symbol of resilience and the pursuit of excellence.
GO-TO GEAR: Headphones for sure!
INSPIRATION TO BE FIT: My 70-year-old self. What I do today is for the person I want to be in the future. My health is a blessing; I never want to take it for granted.
ON MY NIGHTSTAND: “The Bait of Satan” by John Bevere
PET PEEVE: Spotters who help too soon on a lift — they basically steal your lift from you!
QUOTE: “Nothing to it but to do it.” – Gillian Flynn
