Chicanologues 04. The Trailtinos' Laura Cortez

Laura Cortez was a soccer player in Texas. Her coach required that players run track and cross country in order to maintain their fitness for the season. A self-identified tejana, she grew up with community, culture, and of course, Selena.Having relocated to Colorado, Laura, along with Victor Fallon, formed the Trailtinos, a Latiné running collective that spans generations, experience levels, and culture. I had a chance to run with the crew, a nice 7-miler that was extremely hard without water. The conversations were incredible, and it was beautiful to see so many members of our raza prioritizing fitness, wellness, and community.Laura joins me to discuss the formation of the Trailtinos, and the importance of community wellness.Support the podcast on Patreon!Plan for your financial future with our sponsors, Alex and Tori at Cetera Investors!