Member Spotlight on Krista R.

Check out this fun spotlight on Krista R.

Hometown: Louisville, KY

How long have you been a member of SRTT? Why did you join? 

Since late 2017. I was added by Lori after we were signed up for Disney Princess Half in 2018.

Why do you run? 

Because I can, to get outdoors and to prove to myself that I can do hard things.

Favorite non-running workout: 

Lifting!

What is the one thing you absolutely need to run?

Sunglasses if I have to pick just 1. I can't see without them

What is your favorite post-run indulgence?

I don't know if I have one. Usually depends on how I feel and how much time I have :)

What was your favorite race and why? 

Dallas BMW Half Marathon. Great crowd support, generally great temps and it's my PR half!

What is your bucket list race?

I don't know that I've thought about bucket list races but was interested in maybe the Glacier Half Marathon. Right now, it feels impossible though.

Do you call yourself a runner? If so, at what point in your journey did that happen?  

Yes - but it took me a LONG time to feel like I could say that since I can't run without intervals. I don't remember exactly when it happened but this group helped me get to that mindset.

What is your favorite thing about being an SRTT member?

The support and friendships I've made.

What have you struggled with during your running journey and did you find a solution? 

oh man - I think comparison is one big thing I've struggled with. I haven't found a solution yet but I am working on realizing that I run for me and to prove to myself that I can because it's hard for me. It doesn't matter how fast I am or if I can't run as long as someone else, as long as I am getting out there and doing something I didn't think possible.

The other things I've struggled with are shin splints, PF at times and just being heavier and therefore slower and not able to run as long. Getting into a rhythm with my pace and breathing.

What three things do you most want to accomplish (running or non-running related)? 

#1 - Do pushups on my toes. I've been working towards this since June of last year and after some shoulder issues, I had to take a break for a bit/haven't been consistent but went to PT and continuing the exercises provided and getting back to it now. I was SO close before my shoulder issue.

#2 - Be able to complete another half marathon. Getting older and I gained A LOT of weight during covid (thanks to hormones) so starting over with running and it feels impossible.

#3 - Continue to grow. learn and do things out of my comfort zone.