Taylor - Defined Fitness Training, LLC

Name: Taylor Chase

Hometown: Denver, or Boulder, or Durango, CO (depending on the day / season)

Education: BA in Russian Language and Comparative Humanities. Currently pursuing an MA in Education Policy / International Education from the University of Colorado

Occupation: Nonprofit work with Institute of International Education

Discipline: Cyclist / Running

Strengths: Hill Climbing, putting together good workout music mixes, sarcasm

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Years Racing/training: 2 years training

2008 Objectives: Last year saw my biking improve greatly, so this year I want to keep that up-- I want to get fast, get used to working myself harder longer and, above all, get over my fear of going downhill.

This year I also have a major running goal. I thought long and hard about it and, finally, made the decision to train for a marathon. And, I decided that while I'm at it, I should probably run one as well.

Favorite race/event: Iron Horse Bicycle Classic in Durango, Colorado. This ride has everything a cyclist can want-- flats, hills, descents, scenery, challenge, and glory. I won't be around to ride it this year, so someone has to do it for me. . .

Admirable Athlete: Brit-- my sister, who will join this team next year. Did you know that, Brit?

Unique information or story about you: For all the cycling I've done, I don't have a good photo of me on the bike, so this is best active photo I could find for my bio. It was taken two years ago when, after I graduated from college, I backpacked all around New Zealand. Specifically, this one was taken after 14 hours on a trail. And yes, I was still standing

Most embarassing (race/training) moment: Attempting my first ride with the Tuesday night crowd in Durango, Colorado. I have never been left in the dust so quickly.

Results/achievements I am proud of: Last year I rode in two centuries, and broke 4:00 for the Iron horse classic.