When it comes to running, Terri has gone the distance (figuratively and literally) with 7 marathons under her belt and gearing up to complete her 8th at the Boston Marathon (virtually). Her relentless mindset and hard work helped her reach her favorite PR at the Sarasota First Watch Half Marathon with an outstanding time of 1:56.
Terri hasn’t had any major injuries during her running career (knock-on-wood) and follows good advice by allowing her body to rest. She has a unique pre-race routine to always run in a new pair of socks on race day, which has given her a nice collection of socks.
After a long run, Terri likes to relax in the tub and enjoy a delicious meal. With her commitment and devotion to the sport of running, we could all be more like Terri and reach goals that were once only a dream.
Current running shoes: Hoka Clifton 7
Current watch you are wearing: Garmin Forerunner 25 & Garmin Venu
Most memorable race: 2017 New York Marathon
Years doing running/triathlon races: Since 2009
Advice you wish you had when you first started: Advice I wished I had followed when I first started running again was to allow my body to rest.
Favorite running mantra: I have many mantras. One mile at a time, I got this! And one of my favorite quotes is “The Miracle isn’t that I finished. The miracle is that I had the courage to start.” ~ John J. Bingham
What is your favorite PR?: My best PR was the Sarasota First Watch Half Marathon 1:56.
Are you more of a winter runner or summer runner?: I am definitely a summer runner. I will take the heat or cold any day.
Have you ever been injured from running/triathlon?: Knock-on-wood I have not had any major running injuries.
Do you have a pre-race routine?: My pre race routine is simple. I get a good night’s sleep and I always run in a new pair of socks on race day. I have a nice collection of socks.
What is the farthest you have ever run at one time?: 26.2 miles is the farthest that I have run. I have completed 7 marathons, #8 is the Boston Marathon (virtually).
How do you spend your day after finishing a long race?: After a long run I like to relax in the tub and enjoy a good meal.
Shes my best friend in the universe, my hero and yes an AVID runner.
Terri shows me everyday the art of the possible and she never stops.
Im definitely the walker in the group and since day one shes never left me behind…the beautiful thing about her is whether you’re her best friend or its your first race she is your personal cheerleader and inspiration.
Absolutely a beautiful soul inside and out! She deserves this recognition!
Terri is truly one of a kind, she not only works hard on own goals but she lifts up everyone else around her as well.