Category: Athlete Bio’s

Christine Gillis

I decided before I turned 50 that I wanted to participate in a triathalon. I had no idea if I could do it or not, I had never done anything like that before and now I have done 5. I have done several 5K’s and decided to attempt the Beach to Beacon this year. I…

Jen Horton

I was a soccer player since the age of 6, and I have enjoyed experimenting with other ways to maintain my fitness.  I have done Triathlons, half marathons, long distance cycling, skiing, and hiking.  But I truly love competing in muddy OCR’s (Obstacle course races) like Spartan, Tough Mountain Challenge, Dynamic Dirt Challenge, etc.  because…

Hannah Flynn Barry

  Hannah is a mother of four who discovered her inner athlete 2 years ago and hasn’t looked back. She competes monthly in road races and looks forward to the summer when she participates in her favorite athletic events, obstacle course challenges. She is excited about her first “Reach the Beach” team race this fall…

Jordan Fischer

  Jordan is a mountain-obsessed trail runner preparing for his first 50 mile race. In addition to long adventures in the White Mountains, Jordan is focusing on improving his overall strength and conditioning through barbell and kettlebell training, rowing, and plenty of box jumps. Sometimes he thinks about deadlifts when he should be working. Jordan…

Patricia Murtagh

  Pat Murtagh is X-City Athletics alumni, and as tough as they come. Before opening my studio Pat trained with me in the parks and on the trails, occasionally during winter storms, and never missed a beat. We’re really proud to post her bio, and proud to have her on The Distance Project team. “After…

Jen Horton

Jen has brought nothing but heart and soul to every training session. She is a super strong and highly dedicated athlete, and we’re proud to have her on The Distance Project team. “I have done triathlons, half marathons, long distance cycling, skiing, and hiking. But, I truly love competing in obstacle course races like Spartan,…

Courtney Washbourne

  Courtney Washbourne is a seasoned triathlete looking to add increased strength and power to her skillset. She is shaking up her 2015 season with kettlebell training, rowing and barbell training at our studio, Courtney is also interested in exploring trail running this year, and we look forward to working with her as she prepares…

Nicole Senence

  Nicole was one of the first athletes to walk through our doors. She’s brought nothing but heart and soul to every single session. Nicole has completed numerous triathlons, obstacle course challenges and races from the 5k to the 1/2 marathon distance. She is currently focussing on strength development at our training center. She is a Distance…