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Do you have a quote that guides, inspires, or embodies your training/racing/life?
"I see myself as an artist. Running is the way I express my talent. I wish I could paint or write music, but running is what I do and I feel great joy from it." - John Nesbit, distance runner

Why do you run?
I love to run and it makes me feel like myself when I run. I never get tired of running and I crave it every day. Running frees your mind and lifts your spirit.

What is your favorite place to run?
The trails at Percy Warner Park in Nashville, Tennessee.

Running gear you can't live without?
My running shoes, Oiselle Black Distance Shorts, Oiselle Mesh Tank and my Swiftwick Aspire Twelve socks.

What is your favorite local running store?
Nashville Running Company and Fleet Feet Nashville

When you're not running where would we find you?
Hot Yoga Plus

What is your favorite post-race treat?
Margherita Pizza

Complete the sentence: If I was stranded in a hotel room with one movie and one book, they would be…
Into the Wild.