Danna Kelly Herrick just ran in her second Olympic Marathon Trial and sent us this update.
“I am proud to be a Bulldog and feel honored to have had the opportunities while at Truman State University in academics (Exercise Science major, Spanish minor), athletics (2-time All-American in Cross Country and Track and Field, school record holder in the 3000 meter steeplechase), and extra-curricular activities (Cardinal Key service organization, Fellowship of Christian Athletes). Following graduation from Truman State University (2009) I went on to earn my Doctorate in Physical Therapy from
Des Moines University (Des Moines, Iowa) in 2012. I continued competitive running on the roads while in physical therapy school, qualifying for the Olympic Trials Marathon in 2012. I began working in the outpatient orthopedic setting for Rock Valley Physical Therapy following my schooling and continue work part-time, currently. I trained and raced Ironman Wisconsin with my husband (Justin) in 2014, where we both qualified for and raced in the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii, in the fall of 2015. I recently competed in the Olympic
Trials Marathon for the second time in Los Angeles. It has been such a fun and exiting journey through work, competitive triathlon and marathon, and life in the ‘real world’ since leaving Kirksville. I often reflect on my opportunities and special experiences during my time at Truman and feel very blessed to have had the encouragement and support to push beyond myself. I am so thankful for the relationships I formed and the memories I made as a bulldog, as these helped shape who I am today and what I continue to strive to become as I journey onward.”