Athlete Profile

Q: If you had one tip for young orienteers what would it be?
A: Use your actual compass not your "internal compass"
Q: What is one thing you really want to work on in 2025?
A: I want to improve on my long distance performance. In the past I've been a bit of a middle specialist but I'd really like to get better at that really tough orienteering format.
Q: Describe your overall approach to training for orienteering?
A: I try to get out in the woods as much as I can. When I'm not, I incorporate lots of cross training to stay injury free including cross country skiing, biking, swimming, and strength training. I also do mental exercises and armchair orienteering to get that extra level of sharpness.
Q: What aspect of orienteering keep you interested and motivated to stay involved, train, and compete?
A: It's an activity that combines physical exertion, outdoors, and problem solving, all of which really appeal to me. The community is also fantastic and it allows me to explore the world in a unique way.