Every week we highlight one of our members from the TRU TRIBE Run Team. Meet Catherine! If we can do it, so can you!
Catherine Kent-Murtaugh was our most engaged person in TTRT last week! (Every Monday I pull the member engagement report from the week before and pick the most engaged person who hasn’t been spotlighted yet🥰 )
Why did you start running?
I’m going to answer as if the question was, why did you start running AGAIN, :). In order to create the life I want now, I needed to include running again. I feel the most beautiful, happiest, and strongest when I run.
What age did you start running?
High school track team when I was 14.
How old are you now?
54
What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far from your running journey?
You are stronger than you think. .
What advice would you give a beginner runner?
Don’t let your ego get in the way, relax , pay attention to your body, and not times, or compare your skills to anyone else’s.
What would you do differently knowing what you know now?
Treat running as a holistic practice by nurturing my mind and body. Stay balanced, flexible, and strong.
What is your longest race distance and why?
Marathon. For the challenge.
Do you have a bucket list race or distance?
Boston.
What has been your favorite race and/or distance so far?
Boulder to Boulder 10k race in Boulder, Colorado
What is your favorite color?
Green
What is your favorite post race food and drink?
Beer, hamburger, and potato chips
Anything else you want to share with the TRU TRIBE Run Team
You can do anything with a community of women.