“When I first started running after college it was to continue the feeling of competitiveness after college sports. That still holds true, but it’s more of a personal competition within myself”

“I love that I feel a part of a team who already inspires me to stay consistent with my goals!”

“I run for a variety of reasons: I run because it’s become a large part of how I start my day; I run because I enjoy the movement and the rhythm; I run because it allows me time away from screens and noise.”

RCTC athletes talk about their training leading up to Boston 2022 and reflect on what the race means to them.

“It’s so awesome to see so many people devoted to the growth and wellbeing of the club, and really cool to see how it’s become such a big part of the Portland running scene”

“I run to explore my limits while exploring new places. Running is a source of joy and reflection and one of my most frequently used coping mechanisms.“

“Rose City was one of the first names that stood out as I looked through a list of local clubs. As I read through the athlete profiles and team website I got the impression that the club would be a fun and inspiring group of folks to surround myself with.”

“I’ve been running for many years and have met some of my best friends through the running community. I very much value the camaraderie of a running group and look forward to runs with many of my teammates in the future!”