TRU TRIBE Member Spotlight: Marian Lawson

Every week we highlight one of our members from the TRU TRIBE Run Team. Meet Marian!  If we can do it, so can you!

Why did you start running?
My son left for college and it was time to take care of myself.

What age did you start running?
55

How old are you now?
65

What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far from your running journey?
That I can and this body does amazing things.

What advice would you give a beginner runner? 
Do not give up on yourself and baby steps are ok.

What would you do differently knowing what you know now?
Not much maybe a little more strength training. And of course I took Chi running as soon as I learned about it.

What is your longest race distance and why?
Half marathon distance is a challenge and realistic training time

Do you have a bucket list race or distance?
Now

What has been your favorite race and/or distance so far?
Half marathon

What is your favorite color?
Don’t really have one

What is your favorite post race food and drink?
Something sweet and wine or beer

Anything else you want to share with the TRU TRIBE Run Team 🥰 
Love the support for all the ladies especially when I returned back to Arizona in January with a healing broken ankle.

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