| Date of Birth: April 9, 1985
Hansons-Brooks Distance Project start: August 28, 2008
Hometown: Sammamish, WA
College: University of Portland, Portland, OR
Personal records: 10K = 28:20, 5K = 13:49, 3K = 8:16, 1500 = 3:55, half marathon = 1:08:20
Miles run/week: 100-120
Why do you run? I run because I have a dream, and I cannot bear the thought of not doing everything possible to fulfill that dream. I would not be able to live with myself if I did not know what could have been.
The best thing about being a Hansons-Brooks athlete? Having only been here for a month, I would have to say that the best thing about being an athlete here is the great group of guys I get to train with every morning.
How have you improved since joining the Hansons-Brooks ODP? Again, since I have only been here for a short period of time, my improvement so far is of an existential quality. I have certainly made improvements in my new lifestyle compared to my college lifestyle, but I understand that a certain amount of adjustment time is necessary before I can reap the benefits of this new system.
When did you start running? I started running at a competitive level the summer before my freshman year in high school.
What challenges do you face as an athlete? The most challenging aspect of distance running for me is being able to train consistently when my body is in a constant state of fatigue. I think it is important to be able to convince yourself that your currently broken down body will eventually adjust to the stress, and you will come out on the other side stronger than ever.
What do you like to do when you're not running? I enjoy making music, watching TV, eating good food, and relaxing in my spare time.
Favorite event: 10K
Favorite workout: 12 x 1K @ 10K race pace on the track
Favorite pre- and post-race foods: Pre-race I like an orange, bagel and cream cheese, and other fruit. Post-race I'll eat just about anything I can shovel in. You can't go wrong with a beer or two to replenish the lost carbs as well.
Role models: Pre-race I like an orange, bagel and cream cheese, and other fruit. Post-race I'll eat just about anything I can shovel in. You can't go wrong with a beer or two to replenish the lost carbs as well. |
