When did you join the NRC Team?
4/16/12
High School Attended?
Neuqua Valley High School
College Attended and Degree?
Elmhurst College - Early Childhood Education
Sisters/Brothers?
One older brother - Vince
If you could spend one week anywhere in the world, where would it be?
Australia? But I hear they have really weird bugs. So maybe the Maldives? But it takes like two days to get there. So, maybe Hawaii? That just doesn't sound adventurous enough though. I think I'll go with Naples, Italy. I like to call it The Homeland (born and raised in Naperville).
What “lesson from mom” do you still live by today?
Don't run in a cotton sweatshirt. It's really not warm.
What is your favorite race ever (include the distance), or maybe two favorite races? Any specific reason why that is your favorite?
Disney Half Marathon - It was run so early in the morning, I crossed the finish line in the dark. Awesome fireworks at the beginning, Disney characters along the entire route, and got to run through Cinderella's castle. I didn't think I was a Disney fan until I ran that race. It really was magical! Chicago Marathon - how can you not love it? The crowds, the energy, the city! Naperville Marathon - hometown, friends, family, a PR, and a Jackson St burger afterwards. Can't complain about that one either.
What is your favorite book or movie?
Book - The Book Thief, Wild, Where The Wild Things Are, Movie - Walk the Line, Fight Club
If Hollywood made a movie about you, what actor would you want to play you?
Reese Witherspoon
When I dance I look like_____.
I'd like to think a mix between Chris Brown, Jennifer Lopez, and Willy Kaul ...
What’s the most important advice you would give a person who is just starting to run
Believe in your own training. Don't change or doubt what you're doing because someone else is doing it differently. If you believe in your training, it will work. If you are struggling (mentally or physically) or need a plan, consult someone who knows what they're talking about. The lows make the highs that much better.
Do you have a pet? If yes, what is it and what are their name(s)?
Nope. I have a hard enough time keeping food in the house for me and my husband. Not ready for a pet yet....no babies yet either. I know that's what some of you are thinking (Uncle Yonny)!
What is the biggest running mistake you have made? Did you fix it or ignore it? If you fixed it, how did you do it?
Not staying hydrated consistently. I'm still working on it. Apparently you should drink more water than coffee.
What is one food you would not want to give up?
Pizza. Potatoes too.
If you could sing one song on American Idol, what would it be?
Fergalicious
Where is your most favorite place to run ever? Most favorite in Naperville?
Sedona, AZ is pretty amazing. Locally, Waterfall Glen or Little Red. in Naperville - McDowell
What is one thing you would put on your “bucket” list?
Run marathons in really cool places - Hawaii, Venice, Jamaica, South Africa, London
Besides running, I love to_____.
Eat pizza.
On a scale from 1 – 10, how cool are you? (10 being the coolest ever)
A solid 6. I'm pretty boring.