W E E K E N D WA R R I O R S
TAKEITHA CHAMBERS, 41 OCCUPATION: RN, Baptist Memorial Hospital - Desoto. SPORT: Running, Cycling. FAMILY: Husband, Christopher, daughter, Michaela, son, Jared, and family pet, Cosmo. FIT CLUB: I am a member of Black Girls Run and the Memphis Hightailers Bicycle Club. LATEST WW EVENT: I recently ran the Rocket City Marathon in Huntsville, Alabama. FAVORITE FITNESS ACCOMPLISHMENT: Running the Route 66 Half Marathon in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 2:12. It was my fastest half-marathon time ever!
“I am always amazed at the things my mind will allow my body to do since I was never athletic in my younger years.” MOST MEMORABLE WW EVENT: All of my events are memorable. However, I think my most memorable was completing the Bike MS 150 ride in 2012. I completed the ride with some great friends. Also, I am passionate about the cause since several of my family members have been diagnosed with the condition. MOTIVATION: First, I love being outside! Also, the feeling of accomplishment I get when I complete a run or ride. I am always amazed at the things my mind will allow my body to do since I was never athletic in my younger years. Finally, being surrounded by supportive family and friends motivates me. RACE RITUALS: My friends and I always enjoy pizza the night before a big event. We search out the best pizza places when we travel!
HEALTH+FITNESS | Februar y 2015
WW GEAR: My Garmin Forerunner 310XT watch (can’t leave home without it) and Saucony Triumph running shoes. I also absolutely love Nike running apparel.
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OBSTACLE COURSE: In 2012, I was diagnosed with a stress fracture in my left tibia that prevented me from running for 10 weeks. However, since that time I have run 20+ half marathons, two full marathons, and completed several cycling events. BEST EATS: My favorite restaurant is J. Alexander’s. I love the Maui Steak. It is the absolute best. CELEBRITY CRUSH: My celebrity crush is Dolvett Quince (trainer on The Biggest Loser). I would love to exercise with him one day. DREAM JOB: I am currently working my dream job. Nursing is very fulfilling and rewarding. QUOTE: “If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” – Maya Angelou Interview by Hailey Thomas. Photo by Chris Hope.