My Training
From summer league swim team, to high school swimming, fun runs
to ultra-marathons and triathlons. Fitness has always been a
defining hobby in my life and I've had some amazing coaches to
inspire me.
Since 1997 I've been actively involved in the running and
triathlon community because I love the physical act of pushing my
body beyond its limits. I also love to see friends set and
accomplish a goal.
As my kids grow up, it is so important to me that they realize
their blessings and use their talents to help others. These races
provide me with an number of learning opportunities for my children
as well!
My Annual Goals
I did my first marathon in 1998 and my first tri in 2000.
After taking some time off to have my kids, I started back
into the circuit in January 2007. However, I didn't tell
anyone what I was training for to keep the pressure off.
After completing the Finish Strong Challenge in 2007 - I
sealed the deal - I was going to do an Ironman! I tackled
Ironman Louisville in August 2008 and had a blast doing it!
2011: Uwaharrie 40-mile run, Umstead 100-mile run, possibly begin training for IM #3 - not sure...
2010: White Lake 1/2 Ironman, Grand Canyon Rim-2-Rim, Ironman Louisville, City of Oaks Marathon
2009: Grand Canyon Rim-2-Rim, recovery, fun, race directing
then rebuilding a base
2008: Ironman Louisville, Blue Springs 50K
2007: re-enter tri's after having kids, City of Oaks Marathon
2010 Highlights
- White Lake Half Ironman 5:58
- Grand Canyon Rim-2-Rim-2-Rim
- Big Deuce 2-mile Open Water Swim 1:02
- Kids-in-Training Adventure Race with Polly
- Ironman Louisville, Kentucky 13:58
- Medoc Trail Marathon 5:15
- Gobbler's Run
- Reindeer Romp with Sophie
2009 event highlights
- Beaver Dam 5280 Open Water Swim
- Centennial Sprint Tri, 1st age group
- Grand Canyon Rim-2-Rim
- Jordan Lake Open Water Challenge
- Nuclear Swim
- Medoc 10-mile Trail Run
- Gobbler's Run
- Reindeer Romp with Sophie
2008 Highlights
- Wake Forest Gobblers Run
- Raleigh City of Oaks Half Marathon 2:07
- 50-50 Trail Run (50K) Blue Springs Missouri 6:45
- Ironman Louisville, Kentucky 14:24
- Tour de Cure Century Ride, 110mi
- White Lake Half Ironman, 10th age group 6:20
- Centennial Sprint Tri, 6th age group
- Raleigh Rocks Half-Marathon, 2:06
- Inside Out Sports Classic Half-Marathon, 2:10
- Cary Duathlon, 5th age group
2007 Highlights
- City of Oaks Marathon, Raleigh, NC 4:45
- Lake Royale Triathlon, 2nd age group, 7th female
- Finish Strong Challenge, 1st age group, 10th female
Past Significant Races
- St. Anthony's Triathlon, Tampa, Florida
- LA Triathlon, Los Angeles, California
- Rivercities Triathlon, Shreveport, Louisiana
- Du-2-Du Duathlon, Texas
- Rockwall Triathlon, Texas
- Athens Triathlon, Texas
- Bath House Duathlon, Dallas, Texas
- San Diego Rock 'N Roll Marathon 4:58
- Dallas White Rock Marathon 5:00