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

Why did you start running?
I am a walker, so all my answers will relate to walking! I started consistently began walking as my main form of exercise when I moved here to Arizona.  There were many walking trails close by and it was a great opportunity to get out and explore my new neighborhood and it just continued from there.

What age did you start running?
45

How old are you now?
70

What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far from your running journey?
To take time to enjoy the journey. Not to be so concerned how far or how fast, but how much I am enjoying my time outdoors!

What advice would you give a beginner runner?
Be kind to yourself.  If you have not been active, take it one day at a time.  You are a work in progress!

What would you do differently knowing what you know now?
I would have gotten involved with the ChiWalking program much sooner!

What is your longest race distance and why?
I haven’t done any distance races.

Do you have a bucket list race or distance?
My bucket list walk at the moment is the Milford Track in New Zealand. I was planning on going the beginning of 2021, but that may have to be put off a little longer.

What has been your favorite race and/or distance so far?
My favorite places to walk/hike are in the McDowell Sonoran Preserves. There are so many trails to choose from that every time I go there it is a new experience.

What is your favorite color?
It varies, right now it’s Teal.

What is your favorite post race food and drink?
Don’t really have a consistent favorite!

Anything else you want to share with the TRU TRIBE Run Team.
Stay safe, stay healthy and stay active!

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