Athlete name: Anna Todd
School: Spartanburg
Year of graduation: 2012
Best times in a 5K and in which meet.
18:44 at Wendy's Invitational in 2010.
How did your summer training go?
I increased my mileage by 15-percent this summer, and have been doing a lot of trail running. We have also been doing a lot of core work like circuit training to build strength.
What are your goals for the upcoming season?
I would like for Spartanburg High School to be on the podium at the state championship. I would also like to improve my 5000 meter time.
How long have you been running and how did you get started?
I started running competitively in the seventh grade, although I ran some throughout elementary school. My dad and older sister encouraged me to go out for cross country the summer before my seventh grade year.
What is it like to have a father involved with the sport and directing the Eye Opener meet that kicks off the season?
I really enjoy having my dad as the girls co...