Julia Ordzowialy

DWRunning Tenure:

Joined in December 2022

PRs: 

5k: 17:53, 8k: 28:38, 10M: 1:01:30, Half Marathon: 1:20:15, Marathon: 2:48:57

Social Handles:

IG: julia_ordzowialy

Long-Term Running Goals:

Sub 2:50 marathon & place well in Masters Events

Running Start:

I started running in my 20s in medical school. I was previously a competitive figure skater for 18 years, through college, so when I moved to Chicago for medical school I needed some sort of activity to replace the figure skating. Running was the thing I could most easily fit around my schedule.

Fun Facts:

  • I have 4 kids and have gotten faster after each one.

  • Sushi and a glass of red wine is my favorite pre-race meal (the night before obviously).

  • I often (most of the time) listen to classical music when I run.

Track or Trails?:

Trails

Morning or Afternoon?:

Morning

Solo or With Friends?:

Both! I like my alone time but also like running with others.

Summer or Winter?:

Fall and early winter. I hate hot weather.

Bolded PRs are PRs run while training with DWRunning.