Introducing Coach Karen Pritchard!

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I have a level 3 USAC cycling certification and am certified with Training Peaks as well.

Racing levels. Road – CAT 3. Cyclocross- CAT 2. Mountain Bike- CAT 3.

Hobbies: Besides riding bikes I like to cook and try new recipes and spend time with my kids. I also like to travel to new places I have never been. My favorite scenario would be to hop in my van with my dog Eddie and just start driving. Stop and explore wherever looks interesting.

Family: I have 3 amazing children: Rhian- 25, Gavin- 23 and Jack- 19.

Favorite Food: Meat and veggies with an occasional ice cream

Cycling for me is freedom. It calms me down, it puts all my thoughts in order, it helps me think through any stresses or concerns going on in my life. Cycling pushes me to become a stronger person physically and mentally. It helps me push away the negative thoughts and bring in the positive.

Determination and perseverance are my strengths. When I am at the worst part of suffering during a race or training, I remember how lucky I am to be out here competing and I take a look around to see the beautiful land we get to enjoy.

Those long hours on the bike are sometimes magical, my mind has time to put life in perspective.
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