Episode 120: Ariane Hendrix on Running a sub-2:45 Virtual Marathon, Setting Big Goals, and Repping Altra Footwear

Ariane's Bio: "I’m originally from Ventura, CA but recently moved to Detroit, MI. I have a twin sister and my mom is a back-up singer for Barry Manilow. I went to high and junior college in California before spending 1 year at UNC Pembroke on a basketball scholarship and then transferring to Minot State in North Dakota to finish my career and become and all-American. I am a tech rep for Altra footwear. After trying out for the pros overseas and not making a team, I fell in love with running because my dad always thought I would be a runner and since his passing it’s a way I still feel connected to him. My PRs are for the marathon 2:44:30 which I just ran in the virtual Pittsburgh marathon May 3 2020, 1:22 half marathon, 36:56 10k and 17:32 5k." Questions we ask Ariane include: You have quite the background in athletics, having played basketball and an all-American in college! Tell us more about your experience growing up and getting involved in sports. How has your family played a role in your life and/or running career? What was your experience running a virtual marathon like? Congrats on an amazing 10 minute PR in the virtual marathon. What shifts in your training and mindset do you believe helped you to accomplish that? Having tried out several distances, what has been your favorite thus far? What do you enjoy most about being a tech rep for Altra? How does your life look outside of running? Is there anything you are currently most focused on and/or silver linings you've found during these challenging times? What advice would you give your younger self? What does being a Strong Runner Chick mean to you?