Cris Strong
Dripping Springs, TX
Years Running: 4
Years Running Trails: 4
Why did I start Running Trails?: I had decided to surprise my sisters by showing up at one of their races and running with them for a few miles.  7 hours and 31 miles later I was totally hooked and have never looked back!
Favorite Trail Shoes: North Face XCR and Addidas Supernova Cushion
Favorite Running Trails: I've never met a trail I didn't like!
Favorite Trail Running Foods/Beverages: Typical gels and PBJ's at races.  Love a Starbucks Dbl shot 15 miles into a long hot day.  Also love an avacado, tofu & cheese wrap along the way.
Likes/Dislikes about Trail Running: I absolutely love the people, that's what it's all about for me. Dislikes?  Not enough time to run with everyone and every where.
Favorite Trail/Ultra Races: Bandera & Palo Duro
How do I Train?:Run 3x a week mixed with one other cardo (bike or eliptical trainer) plus a bit of weight lifting & yoga.
Personal Running Goals: Cactus Rose 100
Fantasy Running Goal: Inheriting a trust fund to allow me to run in any part of the world whenever I want to
Favorite Running Quote: "The greatest pleasure in life is dong the things people say we cannot do."