Name: Tricia Hernandez

Birthday: July 20, 1977

Place of Birth: Houston

Marital Status: Single

Pets: none

Occupation: Chiropractor

Education: Doctor of Chiropractic; Bachelor of Science, Human Biology; Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Hobbies: Running and weight lifting

Years Running: I have always been very active and would run a couple miles here and there but I started the longer distances 2 years ago

How many miles a week do you run? 25-50, depending on upcoming races

How many times a week do you run? 5-6 days

How did you come to join MPRC: I met Daniel through Will's Hills and he invited me

Proudest running accomplishment: Finishing a 50 miler in San Francisco, Rocky Raccoon 50K: 2nd place overall female, and winning a horse at Sunmart 50K  

My favorite training run: WillsHills: Dog Bowl-200 yard relays

My favorite race is: Houston Marathon

I run because: It’s an excuse to eat what I want and I don’t feel guilty….well some times I don't feel guilty

When I'm running I think about: Everything but my troubles

Favorite running quote: “Run when you can, Walk when you have to, Crawl if you must…just NEVER GIVE UP.” - Dean Karnazes

Other exercises besides running: Lifting weights 5 days a week and tennis

Currently signed up for any other races: still deciding, too many to choose from

Shoes you run in: Brooks Adrenaline GTS

Have you visited any other cities/countries related to your enthusiasm for running: San Francisco , Lake Tahoe, San Diego , Boston , Dallas and Austin

Favorite Houston restaurant: Pappasito's

Favorite book: Angels and Demons by Dan Brown

Favorite music: anything from Pop, Hip-Hop, Salsa, Techno, Country

Favorite food: Pizza, Pizza, Pizza

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