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Hometown: I grew up in Fargo, ND... I've been in Missoula for 10 years though, so I think this is home
Years Running: Since I was in 8th grade so 18 years? Oh wow
Words of advice for a new runner: Find a buddy. Everything is more fun with a friend!
Favorite local route: I don't do this enough, but I love running waterworks on a nice summer evening. Where you will find me the most is running on the riverfront trail with the HKXC team!
Best running memory: gosh, I'm lucky that this question is so tough to answer! I recently got the opportunity to run the Chicago marathon and that was such a cool experience, but my all time favorite memories are when I get to see my Hellgate runners accomplish their goals individually and as a team. It fills my cup!
Favorite post run brunch: Mmmmmmm anything hot and savory with some coffee of course!
Years Running: I consistently ran as a young kid, often entering 5ks with my Mom. After an extended break, I started back on a plan to improve my health through running about 8 years ago.
Words of advice for a new runner: Take it slow, listen to your body. This is a journey that will take time, but the rewards that come along the way are amazing.
Favorite local route: We are blessed to be in a city that has so many fun and spectacular trails, it is really impossible to choose just one. If I had to choose one, it would be the classic trip up to the M. It is a great place to embrace the great view of Missoula and you will probably always see someone you know along the way.
Best running memory: Everything surrounding the weekend surrounding the Missoula half marathon. I ran both the 5ks leading up to it with my daughter and ran the actual half with my cousin. To share the weekend with family and the community as a whole was something that will forever be remembered.
Favorite post run brunch: I am not a huge brunch persongive me a slice of pizza at any point of the day and I will be happy!!!
What is your favorite way to spend a day off? I always like to kick the day off with a run. It sets an amazing tone for anything down the road. After that, playing 18 holes of golf with my family or friends is a must. That leads to ending the day sitting outside by the fire with my wife and daughter. All of that makes for a spectacular day.
What is one thing that will instantly make your day better? Seeing or talking to my wife and daughter is something that always puts a smile on my face. They are everything to me and what brightens my day, everyday!!!
Hometown: Mullica Hill, NJ
Years Running: Started running in 1999
Words of advice for a new runner: Your mind gives up before your body does
Favorite local route: The Orange Street trailhead to the North Hills
Best running memory: Too many! Running with Anders in Seattle at a Brooks-sponsored St Patty's Day 5k
Favorite post run brunch: Chicken and waffles!
Who was your first celebrity crush and why? Leonard DiCaprio. Titanic. Duh.
If you got to choose your name what would it be and why? When I was 6, I wanted to be named Crystal. Then Rainbow. Then Sunshine. Then Hazel. But now, I think Meg is just fine
What is your favorite dance move? Favorite question. Any dance move!
What is your favorite way to spend a day off? With my husband, running and visiting a new area.
What is one thing that will instantly make your day better? A long run in the Rattlesnake.
Hometown: Lexington, VA
Years Running: 12
Words of advice for a new runner: Forward is a pace!
Favorite local route: I love the North Hills or any of the fun loops in the Rattlesnake.
Best running memory: Training for the Missoula Half and having it all come together for me on race day. The best feeling!
Favorite post run brunch: The Golden Yolk: I just love their breakfast burritos.
Who was your first celebrity crush and why? Ringo Starr! My parents had every Beatles album so I was obsessed with him.
What is your favorite way to spend a day off? Going on a fun long run and then curling up with a good book and my cat, Thor.
What is one thing that will instantly make your day better? Drinking another cup of coffee!
Hometown: North Conway, NH
Years Running: 18 years
Words of advice for a new runner: Find people to run with and try new trails/routes as often as possible!
Favorite local route: Any loop at Pattee Canyon (especially in the Fall).
Best running memory: Exploring trails near my childhood home with my Dad during COVID lockdown.
Favorite post run brunch: A breakfast burrito from Market on Front.
When you were a kid, what name did you give your favorite toy or stuffed animal?
Tillie! A very colorful caterpillar.
What is your favorite dance move?
The sprinkler
What is your favorite way to spend a day off?
Time outside with my partner and dog. Especially backpacking and rafting!
What is one thing that will instantly make your day better?
Coffee
Hometown:Monticello, MN
Years Running: Since 2017
Words of advice for a new runner: Progress takes time! Learn to have fun and enjoy the ride!
Favorite local route: Kim Williams Trail
Best running memory: Once my high school cross country team went out for a long run while it was pouring rain. In the middle of the run, one of the girls jumped in a muddy puddle and splattered everyone with mud. This resulted in lots of laughs and then a mud fight afterward. That day we all went home covered head to toe in mud, but it was all worth it.
Favorite post run brunch: A good smoothie and some avocado toast!
When you were a kid, what name did you give your favorite toy or stuffed animal? Sparkles (Which translated to our first cat being named MJ Sparkles)
What is your favorite dance move? The macarena (If that can be considered a dance move)
What is your favorite way to spend a day off? Engrossed in a good book.
What is one thing that will instantly make your day better? Playing a board or card game!!
Hometown: Richmond KY
Years Running: I started playing soccer when I was three and joined the middle school track team. After High School I got into Triathlon and started constantly running.
Words of advice for a new runner: I think a lot of new runners go on runs and go hard until they are completely exhausted. Just go out there at an easy pace and explore new places!
Favorite local route: The River trail
Best running memory: I have so many great running memories, but there was a half Ironman I was training for and I have done a couple more in the past and just couldn't quite finish the run at a solid pace. For this race I promised myself that I would dedicate myself to running more than ever. Once the race came I had a great run and didn't feel like I was going to die for the last 3 miles instead I was able to really push myself for a happy result.
Favorite post run brunch: Taco Bell
Who was your first celebrity crush and why? Megan Fox in the first transformers. I remember watching that movie with my brothers and we were all drooling!
What is your favorite way to spend a day off? There is no day off!! It's always a grind!!!
What is one thing that will instantly make your day better? Give me a dog to pet and come candy and that will put a smile on my face! :)