Every week we highlight one of our members from the TRU TRIBE Run Team. Meet Andrea! If we can do it, so can you!
Why did you start running?
I started running to lose weight. And medals. I had a friend who would post pictures of herself at finish lines with medals, and that looked really cool. I knew I could burn twice the calories in half the time compared to walking, so I started running.
What age did you start running?
Around 40
How old are you now?
Around 50
What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far from your running journey?
It’s OK. It’s OK to be fast, slow, walk, sprint, wog, all runner are runners. It’s OK to be confident, it’s OK to be vulnerable, its’ OK to be first, last or somewhere in the middle. Back of the pack is a great place to be. It’s OK to be the most imperfect perfect self. .
What advice would you give a beginner runner?
Start with a good coach. Learn the right form right out of the shoot. But most importantly, just start.
What would you do differently knowing what you know now?
Start with a training coach. I wish I met Lisa in the beginning. But even though I didn’t, and I had to unlearn some bad habits, it’s all good.
What is your longest race distance and why?
30K because I was training for a 50K.
Do you have a bucket list race or distance?
50K. I would like to complete Crown King, and I would like to conquer 50K with more training and strength.
What has been your favorite race and/or distance so far?
Utah. I say Utah because I attended two half marathons in the state and both were more about the experience, both during pinnacle points in my life where I had to choose my path.
What is your favorite color?
Purple.
What is your favorite post race food and drink?
Grilled cheese, beer, or a big burger and fries with lots of ranch!
Anything else you want to share with the TRU TRIBE Run Team
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