There are moments when our EDGE Athletes exceed all expectations. Where we stand back, jaws dropped in awe as they transcend our four walls, blow past barriers and prove that ANYTHING is possible. This weekend, we had these moments over and over and over as our athletes were (quite literally) spread West Coast to East Coast conquering their goals. Fresh Legs, Fast Times, and a helluva lotta hard work and heart.
So here it is, the EDGE Athlete Weekend Recap:
Tour of St. Louis Cycling Omnium
Annie: Not only did Annie have her first win as a Cat 3 on Saturday (with a 7 lap solo break away….!), but she repeated at the top of the Podium on Sunday too! Big things coming her way and to BFF Bikes Racing this season!
Mia: It takes a special type of athlete to attack, and Mia did just that. She made the pack work hard to push the pace as she shot off front (note that you can barely see them in this pic!), and bonus: overcame her fear of riding in the rain! Great teamwork by Chicago Cuttin Crew over the weekend.
Daphne: This lady has put in some serious training over the winter, and we are just starting to see what she’s capable of. Double win this weekend – the first had her on the Podium with fellow Chicago Women's Elite Cycling Members, and the last race had a final sprint into the headwind for the Win!
Denton, TX – Mean Green Triathlon
Kelsea: All winter long Kelsea has been training at EDGE, using her lunch breaks to log miles ramping up to her first race. Well, we’re happy to report that Kelsea not only finished her first Triathlon (in 40 degree weather!) but annihilated it! Here’s to the beginning of something BIG….and many more lunchtime training sessions!
Oakland, California – Canyon Meadow Trail Run
Out West, Jenny and Geoff tackled 18 & 26.2 trail miles as part of their training leading up to their Spring Ultramarathons. Their climbing game was ON as they snagged top 10 AG spots!
Live Grit Lakefront 10 Miler
Beth: Right here at home, Beth decided to log a few training miles at the Live Grit Lakefront 10 Miler…oh, and found a PR while she was at it! Cool, windy days are clearly her jam. ☺
NYC Half Marathon
Carol: She's has been laying down miles all winter long to prep for a speedy spring half, and Sunday Carol did just that! HUGE PR for her, despite crazy East Coast weather.
Shamrock Marathon – Virginia Beach, VA
Speaking of weather, Miana ran one of the windiest, most gutsy marathons we’ve seen in a loooong time. Her game face was ON, pace was dialed IN and she pressed through to this final shot of utter strength. Could not be more proud of her!
Folks, one final note - let us remind you that this is only MARCH!! The beginning of big things to come…and we can’t wait to have that front row seat!
We are so very proud of you all.
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