Tony started running only a few years ago and with the help of the Big River training and racing team (and a lot of hard work from himself) has already become one of the top Master’s runners in the area. Learn more about his training below. Tony Hilkin Central West End Original Hometown: Dubuque, IARead more
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This week’s athlete is St. Louis native Shaunta Pleasant. She tells us about her winter training and racing plans. Shaunta Pleasant Florissant Original Hometown: St. Louis Favorite Running Shoe: Brooks Adrenaline Favorite Race distance: 1 mile Q: What got you first involved in running and how did you get involved with the Big River team?Read more
This week’s athlete is Brian Holdmeyer. Brian was has been a fixture of the area racing scene since high school. He ran for SLU in college and now is always near the front of area road races. Learn more about his history and training. Brian Holdmeyer Brentwood Original Hometown: Washington, MO Running Shoe: Nike VomeroRead more
This week we talk with Tony Wang. Tony has been working his way back from an injury this fall and is ready to get back to racing. Find out more about Tony below. Tony Wang Kansas City, MO Original Hometown: Ellisville Running shoe brand and type: Saucony Triumphs, Adidas Glide Boost, Nike Pegasus Favorite RaceRead more
This week’s athlete is Caitlin Howe, who has been recovering from a stress fracture this fall and is getting ready to hit the roads again. Find out more about Caitlin, below. Caitlin Howe Chesterfield, MO Original Hometown: Beaufort, SC Running shoe brand and type: New Balance Boracay Favorite Race Distance: 5K and Half Marathon FavoriteRead more
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Big River Racing is about running in its purest form. We encompass racing and pushing one’s limits, accepting anyone who shares our passion for running. The team is a dedicated group of like-minded individuals who train, race and socialize with the goal of improving the St. Louis running community through advocacy, openness and volunteerism. The team exists to support runners from post-collegiate athletes to those relatively new to the sport and anyone in between.