Berserk for Berserker Brew
How and why did you start running and how many years have you been running?
I started running at age 14 so I have been running on and off for 42 years. Some girls tried to beat up my mom after a softball game and I got really upset. I had no place for my emotions so I went for a run. I found out that it made me feel Sooo much better. I have been running ever since! My field hockey coach in high school recommended track to improve my field hockey endurance so I did. This was a totally different type of running - sprinting from a distance run was a new adventure for me. I played Field Hockey for the University of Louisville and after my career ended I needed a fitness outlet and began running 5ks, then 10ks then half marathons... My friend Bland Matthews, talked me into running a Rugged Maniac about 15 years ago and that gave me yet another activity that involved running to really get involved with!!! My friend Glen Richardson mentioned the idea of trail running to me probably 7 years ago... and a new journey began!!!
Favorite distance
I don't have one. It just depends on my mood and time. At home a quick 5k on the road, when time permits I like a good 10k on the trails... but I just like to get a short run wherever I am and have time for.
Favorite place to run
I love to run Jefferson Memorial Forest. I love the beauty and the quiet and ALWAYS a challenge. I mainly love running anywhere. If it is nice and quiet and I don't have to worry about traffic I'll run it!
Favorite or most unique race you have run?
My favorite place to run is at the beach in St. Augustine FL. I lived in St. Augustine for 4 years and it became my safe place to get away from the world and work.
Favorite thing about running?
My favorite thing about running is that it only takes a good pair of shoes! You can run anywhere and any time! It is always there when you need it!!! I have finished working at 3 am and gone for a run! Running is the perfect activity for my fitness and sanity!
Do you have any running/walking advice you'd like to offer?
No not really - everyone runs for different reasons and everyone's body reacts differently. I hear people give advice all the time and it mostly is just a personal choice. Just keep running and doing what works for YOU!
Why do you like running River City Races events?
I love running River City Races for a number of reasons: they are close to home, good distances and the cost isn't over the top. I enjoy all the courses and the people that I get to see at the races!!! So nice job River City!!!
Anything else you'd like to share?
I have been afforded such a great opportunity with running - I have met the best people in any place that I run!!! Running communities are just amazing and encouraging! Running and my friendship with Bland Matthews and Berserker Brew Coffee has also allowed me the opportunity to workout with Berserker Strong and improve my overall fitness which has helped me with not only trail running but also Spartans and Atlas Challenges!
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