Every week we highlight one of our members from the TRU TRIBE Run Team. Meet Katherine Ramirez! If we can do it, so can you!
Why did you start running?
I was in one of life’s rough patches and decided to start taking care of myself.
What age did you start running?
I ran track in high school, but didn’t really start running until 2012. ( I was 33 then.)
How old are you now?
41 and proud of it lol
What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far from your running journey?
Endurance for the journey, regardless of speed. And it allowed me to accomplish something that someone else couldn’t take credit for.
What advice would you give a beginner runner?
Love the ride… Good runs, bad runs, wet runs, hot runs, snow runs, hill runs- be proud you got it done. And don’t compare- you are running your own journey, not theirs.
What would you do differently knowing what you know now?
Nothing… All of it compiled makes me the runner and person I am today.
What is your longest race distance and why?
It was actually with Sonia on Mt.Ord training for Crown King. I think we did around 18 miles. I usually run alone, so I was thankful to have the company and energy she provided.
Do you have a bucket list race or distance?
I’ve always wanted to do at least one marathon- but am still eyeing Crown King since the race was cancelled earlier this year. I’m also interested in vacation running. Having run in about 8 or so states, I’d like to vacation in all the states and tackle a run 🙂
What has been your favorite race and/or distance so far?
By far- the half marathon called Queen Bee in Ohio. It is geared towards women and had some kind of goody at each mile. But I think it was my favorite because I had just given birth to Kora 4 months earlier and I was worried I would DNF, but finished well despite the minimal training.
What is your favorite color?
Seriously a hard question for me because there’s no favorite here lol. However, I gravitate towards charcoal grey and a deep purple.
What is your favorite post race food and drink?
Pizza and Coca Cola!!!
Anything else you want to share with the TRU TRIBE Run Team.
I’ve never really done group runs prior to TT- and though my schedule keeps me from doing it often, I’ve loved all the moments.