Chris is a newer resident to West Monroe/Monroe from Savannah, GA  and has quickly become an integral part of our running community. 

"A friend (Savannah, GA running store owner) introduced me to Chris and spoke so highly of him and what he added to their community. Chris has since jumped into our group events as both a participant and a leader; pacing workouts, creating and leading routes and becoming one of our half-marathon training program mentors.
That's what you want as a running store owner, people that add to and elevates the community."
- Mike Fronsoe, Owner (El Capitán) of Fleet Feet Monroe

Get to know Chris...

1) If you have one, what is your nickname? 
"Cooley"  

2) Where were you born?
"Mississippi"

3) What do you do?
"U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as a Wildlife Refuge Manager"

4) When & why did you start exercising/running?
"In this sense, my move to Savannah, GA after college was the major catalyst. This lifestyle change occurred in 2014.  Prior to that, I had attempted running but with limited consistency. I did not come from a running background, so it became a new experience. Through this, I also set a major fitness goal that has professional advantages. Slowly, this became a reality. As time progressed, I set a goal to run a 5k. This process truly created a runner."

5) What place does FF Monroe serve in your exercising/running?
"Currently it is serving as a connector and anchor to the local running community.
This also doubles as a motivator. Fleet Feet helped mold/shape the runner I am today. "

6) What is your favorite/greatest athletic accomplishment so far?
"Mentoring and completing my first marathon." 

7) Favorite meal/food?
"Breakfast: Almond butter sandwich with bananas and honey
Dinner: Ramen"

8) What are 2-3 products from FF Monroe that are essential for you / your goals?  
"Apparel and gear  (Chris' current go-to shoe is the Brooks Adrenaline)
Tailwind for during run Hydration
Running Gels "

9) Who is the most impactful person in your life?
"Grandfather (maternal)"

10) On a desert island  - what are the 3 things you have to bring?
"Water
Knife
Firestarter"

11) What is a current goal you have? Athletic or non-athletic?
"Have at least one destination race this year and complete a full marathon within goal time." 

We're grateful for Chris' easy going, personable, adventurous and hard working energy and look forward to supporting him in his athletic goals!