Sara Musselman was the top NXN finisher in for the American Fork squad that finished 5th at NXN in 2015.
1) 2015 was a very competitive year for Utah cross country. What were your favorite moments from last season?
2) What were the biggest takeaways from the NXN experience?
3) Coming off of a successful 2015 season and seeing what the team is capable of doing at the national level, has the mindset changed at all as you prepare for the 2016 season?
4) How does the success of both the boys and girls American Fork distance squads help to motivate each other?
5) What's the hardest workout you have ever done?
6) What are your favorite and least favorite XC courses, and why?
7) Which runners do you view as role models?
8) 8 of the top 9 returning teams from NXN 2015 are returning at least 4 athletes. Who are some of the rising youngsters who could make a difference for American Fork this year?
9) What are your individual and team goals for XC 2016?
10) Who are some of the people who have helped support you through your running career?
Rapid Fire Questions:
Favorite post-race food?
I love getting steak after I run
Favorite movie?
I love the movie Unbroken, very inspiring
Track or XC?
I think they both have their pros and cons, but I love both
Best pump up song?
Run Away Baby by Bruno Mars
Toughest Utah athlete to compete against?
Courtney Rich
Olympic event you are most excited to watch?
MIle
Favorite track event?
Mile
Shoe brand?
Mizuno Wave Rider
Best XC Invite?
NXN
Longest run?
I've run a half marathon