Running
During the summer going into 5th grade, my mother organized a local running club that I hesitantly joined. What started as a simple activity during the summer has steady grown into one of my defining identities: being a runner. So far, I have run over 6,000 miles, and my ultimate goal is to run a total distance equivalent to the Earth's circumference (24,901 miles)!
Middle School
For three years in middle school, I ran cross-country at Baseline Middle School in South Haven, MI. Participating in this sport was a watershed moment, for it taught me how to handle stress and perform under pressure at a relatively young age.
High School
While at Saugatuck High School, I had the pleasure of running for coaches Rick Bauer and Angelina Bauer for four years. This was an invaluable experience in which I made friends that I'm still in contact with today. Feel free to check out this interview of me describing my high school running experience.
College
I also had the pleasure of running cross country and track for Hope College. Between classes and research, running served as a much-needed break and a way to meet exceptional people.
Graduate School
Since moving to Fort Collins, CO for graduate school, I have been enjoying the gorgeous trails and challenging running routes.
Personal Records
Longest Run - 26.25 miles
Most Miles in a Week - 75 miles
1600 m - 4:47
3000 m - 9:34
5000 m - 16:22
Half marathon (13.1 miles) - 1:25:13
Marathon (26.2 miles) - 3:17:31