What has your summer training consisted
of? How much mileage you putting in?
My summer
training has mostly consisted of easy-moderate distance runs, hills, and
barefoot strides. I tried to keep the intensity pretty low overall, although I
did do 1-2 workouts per week to get in shape for Beach to Beacon. These
included tempo runs, hill workouts, and mile repeats, as well as a weekly long
run.
What are your
goals for the upcoming season?
I hope to
improve from last season, stay healthy, and enjoy the process!
What is your
favorite workout that makes you feel most prepared for success?
I have a
love/hate relationship with mile repeats. On one hand, they're always
difficult, but I usually finish the workouts with a ton of confidence that
carries over to my next race.
What did you
learn from last xc season that will help you improve in 2019?
That the best
races often occur when you're the most relaxed. Getting too nervous only wastes
energy.
Do you have a
favorite course?
I absolutely
loved where New England's was last year (Manchester, NH). It was a true cross
country course, with constant hills and mud! In Maine, I love Twinbrook.
What do you love
most about running?
When I first
started running a couple years ago, I once heard a quote that went something
like, "I don't run for the endorphins you get after the run, I run for the
feeling you get during the run." At the time, I didn't understand that - I
hated the difficulty of running itself, but loved how it made me feel
accomplished afterwards. Now, years later, I feel like I understand that quote.
My favorite thing about running is feeling strong during the
run - even when I'm out of breath and my legs are tired.
You had a great
run in Beach to Beacon 10k what does that performance say about what
is in store for this fall?
Beach to Beacon
is definitely a confidence booster going into this season. I ended up running a
little faster than expected, so I'm hoping to build on that race in the bigger
invitationals and championship races this season.
How is your team
looking for the fall?
I'm really
excited to see where our team will stand this fall. While we lost some great
seniors, we have some fast freshmen moving up, as well as some returning
varsity runners. I think we have the potential to be just as good, if not
better, than last year!
What shoes will
you train in and race in?
I train in Asics
Gel Cumulus, and race in Saucony Havoks.
Favorite subject
in school?
Probably English
or history.
What was the
last movie you saw and what did you think of it?
Honestly, I
think the last movie I saw was "Elf" last Christmas. Who doesn't love that
movie?
What is your Pet
Peeve ?
Not being on
time to things, or wasting time in general.
Lastly, if you
were stranded on an island with three things what would they be?
My dog, books,
and a never-ending supply of peanut butter!
