Lizzie Hill

I have always been outdoorsy, but running an obstacle race with my dog changed my life. It helped me find joy that I had lost. I vowed to protect my spark and to help others find theirs! I continue to focus on staying healthy and fit to compete with my dogs in canicross, and have prioritized my roles in the community - first cofounding North American Canicross, then being the Captain of Team USA, and the VP of the US Federation of Sleddog sports - as outlets to support others in their journeys!

I find some joy in all of my training because I can see how each activity impacts my overall fitness and keeps me healthy and injury free. After a few tough injuries the last few years, I find a lot more joy in and have a better appreciation of strength training and yoga than I ever did before. But, my favorite is still running or hiking with my dogs in the woods! Breathing in fresh air as you move through nature is hard to beat!

A lot of the money would go to very practical things, but there is one fun thing I’d do with the money! I’ve decked my van out to travel to races with my dogs on a small budget, so there are some upgrades which are currently out of reach that could really improve our comfort on long trips, and could make it possible for us to travel to more events to race and support!