Location
Meridian, MS
Location
Meridian, MS
Birthday:
April 12
How many years have you been running?
8 years (on and off). Really refocused over past 3 years.
What is your goal race for the year?
Xterra Monte Sano 15K Trail Race
What is your greatest running accomplishment?
Marathon (Feb 2011)-Rock and Roll Mardis Gras Marathon, New Orleans
What is your "ultimate dream" running goal?
Run a trail Marathon
With the completion of my first trail race this past Saturday, I have found my running "calling". I did the Tashka 25K near Tuscaloosa, Al, and loved every minute of it! They also offer a 50K and I think I see one in my future! I felt strong throughout the race thanks to Eric's run drills and technique. Since starting the program, I have become much stronger and look for great thing to come in the future.
I am beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I ran just over seven miles today on my favorite trails near my house in preparation for an upcoming Xterra 15K Trail Run and I can see definite improvement! I can feel myself getting stronger and my calves felt less taxed and far less sore than previous runs. Eric's plan works and I am so excited by the results I am seeing!
This has been my first week of Running with Eric. After finishing Born to Run and finding Eric's Run Drills and Technique on Twitter, I have initiated the transition to a fore foot strike. My calves have been on fire this week but each run has gotten easier and I can feel myself getting stronger. My ultimate goal in this change is longevity-I want to be able to run into old age. I love running, especially trail running, and I want to be…