Lois

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    Sports/Activities I'm interested in Climbing, Fitness, Hiking, Ice Hockey, Running, Skiing, Softball, Volleyball, Yoga
    Name Lois Keller
    Age 27
    Location Seattle, WA
    Primary Sport Running
    What drives me and my performance is my desire to... use the gifts and abilities God has given me to be the best I can and inspire others along the way.
    My Mini Bio Distance running has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I grew up in a family of runners and ran my first official 5k in the 4th grade. I have one sister and two brothers and they all competed in college and are runners. Both my parents run marathons. I ran for Idaho State University and hold the school record in the indoor 3000m and Distance Medley Relay. I made it to USATF Nationals in the 3k steeplechase in 2009, 2010, and 2011. I ran my first marathon October 10, 2010 in 2:49:31 at Chicago. At the end of 2010 I was accepted into the Brooks ID program and am currently a member for 2011. It is wonderful to have the support of such a great running company. I recently moved to Seattle, WA and joined Club Northwest. Having some sort of support is key to post-collegiate success. Some of my PRs include 4:28 1500m, 4:48 indoor mile, 9:23 indoor 3000m, 10:07 3000m steeplechase, 16:38 5000m. 2:49:31 Marathon. I love mentoring others to help them achieve their goals and live healthy lifestyles. I do not run and train day in and day out with the hopes of making money, I do it for the love of the sport. I am very grateful for all of the help and encouragement I have received over the years that has helped get me where I am today and will help me reach my goals in the future.

    http://asloisruns.blogspot...
    Race Results 2012 Racing Results:

    -01/15/12 UW Indoor Preview 3000m: 9:23
    I first started racing because... it seemed like the normal thing to do, at least in my family.
    I race competitively today because... it is a reward for all my hard training.
    The achievements I am most proud of are... Making it to USATF Nationals after surgery on my esophagus in 2009. Also, on 10/10/10 I ran my first marathon at Chicago in 2:49.31.
    Training Tip for My Fans Over the years I have learned that being consistent and gradually increasing your workload is key to improvement but listening to your body and taking rest is a crucial part in your development as an athlete. As an elite athlete you are tiptoeing a fine line between over-training and reaching your full potential. So remember, a healthy athlete will beat an injured one on any given day.
    Fun Fact about me Aside from running I love to climb mountains, play sports, fish, spend time with my friends and family, and basically anything outdoors. From a young age I have been a very active individual. Each summer my family would take a two week vacation and we would climb one of the high pointers in a different state. I day hiked to the top of Mount Whitney in California when I was 12, I have been to the top of Granite Peak, the next three in one week: Mount Elbert, Mount Massive, and Longs Peak in Colorado, and many others. I love running and anything and everything about living a healthy lifestyle.
    My Favorite Athlete Billy Mills
    My Favorite Running Shoe Brooks Glycerin
    My Favorite Food Pizza and pretty much anything Italian :)
    My Favorite Place to Travel The Ocean
    My Favorite Book The Bible
    My Favorite Movie and/or TV Show Forrest Gump
    My Favorite Quote "Your talent is God’s gift to you. What you do with it is your gift back to God."

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  • New Identity
    January 20, 2012 1:35 AM
    Lois
    Every athlete is unique, track athletes, some may argue, are especially so. In this sport we have a wide array of athletes ranging from ... more

  • Positive Mindset, Faster Splits
    December 28, 2011 2:14 PM
    Lois
    I love the holidays. Getting to spend time with friends and family melts any stress away. All of the delicious food doesn't hurt either. ... more

  • Running as a Team
    December 14, 2011 9:09 PM
    Lois
    Running is an individual sport. Sure you may have groups you train with but when you run a race the results show an individual ... more

  • Girls On The Run 5k
    December 9, 2011 11:11 AM
    Lois
    This past weekend marked the end of the Girls on the Run Fall Season where I worked as a Co-Coach for 3rd through 5th grade girls. The ... more
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