February Runner of the Month: Eunice Allen
When and why did you start running? I ran in high school and college at LSU. I then restarted around 2008 for recreation, health and to lose weight.
How long have you been a runner? Most of my life
First race? MS run in Addison – 5k 2008
Most recent race? New Orleans RNR 10k
Favorite piece of gear? My new Garmin 630
What shoes do you run in? Saucony
Favorite way to cross train? cycling
Best running memory? Finishing my very first half marathon – McKinney Mini 2015
Bucket list race? Disney Run – Tinkerbell Half marathon
Favorite race so far? Diva Run Galveston, TX
Do you have a favorite distance? Probably 10k
Favorite tune to rock out to while running? Pandora – booty bouncers radio
Best part about running? I just feel free and relaxed
Who inspires you? The ladies I run with. We run under the name “Running by Faith” and everyone are different ages ranging from 30s – 60s and to have them by my side pushing and supporting each other just makes me want to keep going
What has been your biggest challenge so far? Staying healthy
Any words of advice? I love to run and try to inspire others to find that one true passion that you feel you just cant do without.