[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Lori is a lifelong athlete. A decorated basketball player in high school and college, Lori became a marathon runner in her 30s and has run numerous road races, including completing 12 consecutive Boston Marathons and two 50-mile distance ultramarathons. In her 50s, Lori joined the world of triathlon, a pursuit perfect for her talents as she excelled to the highest honors of completing 6 Ironman triathlons, including the Ironman World Championships in Kona in 2019. She earned an All-World Ironman bronze designation in 2019.

Through her triathlon training, Lori became a strong and avid cyclist. While she has completed several endurance distance events, the 2022 Race Across America will be her longest ride and most challenging race to date. With a healthcare career spanning over 30 years in North Dakota, Lori recognizes the need for quality end-of-life care and is excited to support the mission of Gaia Home.

Fun Fact:  In 1981 Lori was named the North Dakota high school female athlete of the year and honored again in 1983 as the North Dakota college female athlete of the year.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Donate to Lori’s Cause” style=”flat” shape=”square” color=”danger” size=”lg” align=”center” button_block=”true” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Flovesweatandgears.net%2Fdonate|||”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”14329″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]