Katie McKinney was our Female High School Cross-Country Runner of the Year for 2003.

How long have you been running, and how did you get started running?
I first started running track in my freshman year. I decided to run because it was off-season for both volleyball and basketball. Because I made it to the regionals in the 800, I decided to forego volleyball in lieu of cross-country. 

How much do you run each week? Do you do any cross-training?
Last summer I ran 2-a-days averaging 35 miles/week.  I play basketball year round.
 

Where do you run? Any favorite places to run?
I run throughout my neighborhood, at the 'Y', and USI.  Because of the hills and the scenery, I favor USI.
 

What are some of your favorite races and why? Do you have any favorite distance (5K, 10K, etc.)?
My favorites take place at USI and the Memorial Inv'l.
 

What are some of your personal best times?

4K (15:10)
3200 (11:49)
1600 (5:21)

Does anyone in your family also run/race walk?
My brother runs track.
 

What are your plans/goals for this year-races you plan to run, goals to reach, etc.?
My goal is to lower my pb on the track by 15 seconds.
 

What are you most proud of?
I am most proud of my city & sectional track victories, and my 1st place finish in the Memorial Inv't.
 

Most runners have lots of advice for other Runners: anything you'd like to share?
Don't ever stop running.