Today we’d like to introduce you to Krista Lee.
Krista, can you briefly walk us through your story – how you started and how you got to where you are today.
When I first started running in 2013, I woke up one morning and said, “I’m A Runner,” and the journey begins. While visiting with my cousin Veronica during Thanksgiving dinner about her running experience and her affiliation with Cedar Hill Run Club (CHRC) she invited me to their couch to 5k session beginning the following Sunday, I signed up. In preparation for my first session, I went for a run in my neighborhood and fell. Falling made me second guess my decision about running with the group. Why? Because what if I fall in front of all those strangers? I tried to go to the session but never found the location, so I jumped on the treadmill because it was December and running in the cold wasn’t an option. I eventually joined Black Girls Run (BGR), and morning runs with CHRC, which provided me with an opportunity to run with others.
Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
Running has provided me with many opportunities on and off the pavement, but it hasn’t come without challenges. Maybe two years ago, I developed an Achilles injury, which has caused me to reduce my weekly mileage and my race goals. But this hasn’t reduced my love for running, it’s just a life adjustment.
My advice for new runners of women who face life challenges would be to keep a positive mindset and know your “Why.”
Please tell us about your work.
I teach Health and coach girl’s sports (volleyball, softball, wrestling) at W. H. Adamson High School. I enjoy seeing others reach their fitness potential. My proudest moment as a coach was when an athlete approached me with excitement about her body composition results from our conditioning sessions. I feel my transparency and honesty sets me apart from others. I’m not an elite runner, but I’m a runner.
Are there any apps, books, podcasts or other resources that you’ve benefited from using?
Spiritual books and podcasts. The Flourishing Experience Podcast.
Contact Info:
- Website: Fitxbrit.com/ontherun
- Email: krista@fitxbrit.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ontherunwithkrista/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.lee.5855
Image Credit:
Michele Celis
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