Let's get personal
I am competitive and Type A, but here are some of my biggest personal interests below.
Running 1/2 Marathons in all 50 states
I haven't completed my personal challenge yet, but I am on the way with nearly half. I've done a handful of full marathons, some triathlons including a half iron man, and more of 5ks and 10ks than I can count. The 1/2 marathon is my favorite distance because there are so many and it's a perfect length to get to see the area I'm running. 13 miles in a metro area really gives you a great sample of that city. I've also done a few trail races, those are a blast too! SC and WV (pictured) 1/2 marathons completed on trails.
Traveling the World
So maybe not the whole wide world, but as much as I possibly can. I like to see all the major sights of a city - including museums, places of worship, monuments, parks and squares. I also indulge in the public transport and the local foods. I love learning about local culture and how that country came to be. I hardly ever visit a place without spending at least a little time on a local walking tour. I can rarely pass up a cool, clique photo. ;)
Eating Healthy and Working Out
Two of my most favorite things in the world. You are what you eat! I got my bachelors in nutrition because I'm so obsessed with how all this works, and I am NASM Personal Training certified. I used to run a boot camp business as well as be a personal trainer. I try to eat all organic foods, eat grass fed meats, and use sustainable products. It's a lot of work, but it gives me a happy, healthy life so I can't complain. Can't ever pass up a nice Michelin rated restaurant or tasting menu either.
Things I love
My family and my boyfriend are most important to me, next to my career, so chances are good that you'll hear me talk a lot about them
Carlos has been my partner and best friend for almost 4 years. We met in Croatia and moved in together within 6 months of meeting.
We love traveling together because he lets me do the planning minute by minute, he's along for the fun ride, and I get to check everything off the list.
I love traveling with friends, because everything is better with friends. This is Cape Town, South Africa
My family is my everything! They are all in Texas. Pictured, Little Bro, Mom, Stepdad, Stepmom and my Dad!
I love animals and pictures with them. My Mom has a wonderful Jack Russel that has been our family dog for 15 years. He's my longest time running partner, the most I've taken him was 12 miles at one time. We run in the trails and on the road.
I love hiking to cool views and exploring nature, this includes wineries. I also enjoy tubing on the river and generally spending as much time as possible outdoors.
I love all sports including mountain biking, road cycling, triathlons, running races, swimming, wake boarding, wake surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving & bowling (have even scored over 200 a few times.
Playing sports outdoors is also a real treat. I love softball (pictured), golf, weight lifting, snow skiing, tennis, badminton, frisbee, kickball, soccer, racquetball, dodgeball, kayaking, football and probably a few more.
I love the beach, lakes, rivers and most importantly - the sun. Over 100 degrees, no problem. This is at the Eastern most tip of Continental Europe in Portugal. I'm highly intrigued by sea life and all that we have yet to explore under the oceans.
Pro Sports games, especially NFL because the energy is awesome and the fans are nuts. Here is the Patriots playoff game, but I'm a 49er's fan all the way. Baseball - SF Giants, hockey SJ Sharks, Soccer - whoever, but I hate basketball.
Horseback riding is something I've done it since I was 4 when I got my first horse. I grew up in the Northern CA hills and did hours of trail running with my horse. We have always had paint quarter horses. This is Tiffany, one of three of our current horses.
Reading and learning new things, as often as possible. I read one self improvement book per month. It's the key to brain maintenance. Parks are my favorite places to read, as pictured at this rose garden in Buenos Aires.
DJ Shows and House music are my favorite, but I do love all genres
All outdoor games - bean bags, beer pong, ping pong, badminton, and board games. This includes all games involving strategy, critical thinking and humor
Sailing on yachts, especially with Carlos. We've done 3 "The Yacht Week's" Google it if you haven't heard of it, seriously
Yes there are a few more things that I love...
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I have volunteered at the LIVESTRONG Foundation for over 8 years (while in Austin) and helped people survive cancer. This is a true passion.
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I love Whole Foods and the feeling you while get being there - at the Austin, TX locations
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I love movies and slap stick comedy, if people get hurt I probably will laugh - is that dark?
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I love getting up early and running the trail on the weekends, then taking a book to the park and laying in the grass under the sun
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I love driving with the windows down on a warm day listening to happy music, often it's country
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I love the people in Austin, TX because you can make friends with everyone and they are genuine. I never feel alone there
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I love catching up with old friends and reminiscing about old times
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I love visiting wineries and breweries because the vibe is always so good - and the drinks aren't bad either