Do you have a favorite pump-up/hype song?

My favorite pump-up song is “Sober” by Lorde. It makes me feel like I’m in a training montage scene.

What drives you to get up in the morning and go train every day?

Being an athlete requires consistency. Even when it’s the last thing I want to do, just getting out of bed and going for a run or doing an ab workout will make my life a lot easier when it comes to race time.

What is your favorite memory about Track & Field?

Before every race, I think back to my 4x4 team freshman year. I remember breaking our school and personal record by at least 10 seconds during the state prelims. With our seed time, we weren’t even expected to make it to the finals. We ended up 5th overall. I look back to how I felt before and after that race, and it reminds me that we’re all a little faster than we think.

Which brand of Track & Field shoes do you prefer?

I prefer Brooks. They’re not the prettiest running shoes, but I like to say: If you would wear your track outfit out, you’re doing something wrong.

Why are you so passionate about Track & Field?
Track & Field serves as a distraction. It gives me a chance to forget about everything else and just focus on getting faster and stronger. It feels good to work towards a goal, and even better when you get there.

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