03/21/2021
For this Week’s Win the Winter Athlete Spotlight, we are highlighting New York couple Jenna and Steve. I’ve noticed throughout the challenge that they submit a lot of runs together, and love it when couples can support each other in their goals and participate in a sport together. Can we say ?! Steve didn’t mention it in his bio, but he started a triathlon club out of Riis Park in Rockaway, Queens. Check it out at .
Let’s hear about their story!
Their running history –
Jenna:
“I started running at the age of 5 on a local c.y.o. team that my mom put my sister and I in. I ran competitively throughout the school years and went to the Varsity team as an 8th grader. From there, I was fortunate enough to receive an athletic scholarship to run the half mile & mile at Umass - Amherst. Now I run 5k, 10k, half marathons and marathons “for fun”.”
Steve:
“I grew up an athlete but never competed in a race until 2008 when a friend recommended signing up for a 5k. I didn’t even know what 5k meant 🤣. I’ve continued running competitively since then and increased to 10k, half marathons, marathons, and triathlons over the years.”
Their favorite part about the sport -
“We both enjoy running to stay in shape. It also allows us to keep a clear mind and we like to compete - mostly against each other 😂. We also like the drinks and party that follows each race 🍻.”
Why they enrolled in the challenge -
“We heard about the challenge through our running club, the . It’s been fun to participate together each week and has kept us motivated and held us accountable during the cold winter months.”
What they are looking forward to -
Steve:
“70.3 Ironman - August 2021 in Orchard Beach, Maine.”
Jenna:
“Watching Steve compete in his 70.3 Ironman in Orchard Beach, Maine this August 🤣.”
Jenna and Steve, thank you for sharing your story; I’m looking forward to hearing how the Ironman goes in August!
#70.3
