Ren is married to Kevin and has 2 boys, Cooper (9) and Tucker (7). She loves to help “newbies” and loves to talk triathlon in general. She is also a massage therapist, membership coordinator for the Sarasota Storm

Triathlon Club, and a member of the Manasota Track Club.

What is your home town?
Born in Canada, raised in Whitehall, Michigan

How long have you been doing triathlons, running, or swimming?
Over 20 years.

What is your zodiac sign?
Leo

What is your favorite piece of training equipment?
My bike “Quincy”, my Garmin 305, and my Hoka’s.

If you were a t-shirt, what color would you be and why?
Purple because it’s pretty, bright, and I look good in purple.

What is your nickname?
Rinny, Ren

What is your favorite pre-race meal?
Steakburger and steak fried from Alpine Steakhouse

What do you do to recover from a hard workout?
Ice bath, recovery drink, compression gear, legs up, and watch a movie.

What is your favorite race?
I have a few: St. Anthony’s Triathlon, Augusta Half Ironman, Heartland Triathlon, Englewood Triathlon, Ironman Florida 2013, Suncoast Half Marathon, Bill’s Beer Run.