Favorite Shoe: On Cloudmonster or the Saucony Endorphin Shift 3

Favorite Distance: 5K

Favorite Place to Run: the many Griffith Park trails.

Favorite post-race meal: A cheeseburger with a large juice!

Training philosophy: Honestly, I don’t know if I really have a specific philosophy. I just want to have fun and do hard things.

Favorite or go-to workout: Reeeeaaaaallly heavy squats with some core mixed in.

What I like to eat/drink before a run: A warmed up blueberry Poptart with some water.

Favorite Quote That Inspires You: “There is magic in misery. Just ask any runner." — Dean Karnazes

Why I run: I like pushing my boundaries and comfort level. Running lets me do this while also making me feel free

Where to find me when I’m not running: at any botanical garden, in the gym, or sitting on my couch and knitting.

Personal Bests: 
5k:  00:25:48
1/2 marathon: 02:07:50
Marathon: 04:25:11

Other Tidbits:  I love food competitions, baking, and I can ride a unicycle!