30; Associate Architect at ANF Architects
I ♥ MY SPORTS: I love how rewarding it is — putting time and effort into it makes the process deeply rewarding and directly improves your results.
BUCKET LIST: I want to run at least one major marathon.
UP NEXT: I’m working towards running a 3:30 marathon next year.
FAV FITNESS ACCOMPLISHMENT: I enjoyed running my first marathon in 2024 after graduating with my master’s degree.
HOMETOWN: Memphis, TN
SPEED BUMPS: Time. Between work and two boys, my workout schedule is unpredictable. Sometimes I run at 5 a.m., and other times at 8 p.m.
FAV JAMS: “The Other Side” by Jason Derulo
RECENT RACES: I did the 5K Run For You in Jordan. I placed fourth overall with 3,500 ft. of elevation gain.
MOST MEMORABLE FITNESS EVENT: I’ll never forget the time my kids were waiting for me at the finish line with flowers during my first marathon.
BEST EATS: I really enjoy the Lamb Sliders from Babalu!
DREAM DINNER COMPANY: Robin Williams. I grew up watching a lot of his movies and thought he was genuinely funny, so dinner with him would be a lot of fun.
GO-TO GEAR: A good workout Hijab.
INSPIRATION TO BE FIT: My boys! When my oldest son got sepsis in 2022, he really needed a lot of my physical help. I realized how important it is to be fit and strong, especially in times when they need me.
ON MY NIGHTSTAND: “The Da Vinci Code” by Dan Brown
PET PEEVE: I get really annoyed when my AirPods battery dies mid-run!
BINGE-WATCHING: Suits
QUOTE: “The pain you feel today will show itself as strength tomorrow.” — Tunde Oyeneyin
Photo by Tindall Stephens
