By Justin Judge – Staff Reporter

Sophomore Zach Werthmann is a runner for Law’s cross-country team. Everyday, Werthmann and the rest of his teammates push themselves during practice to become the best athletes they possibly can. Advocate Staff Reporter Justin Judge interviewed Werthmann about his accomplishments.

Justin Judge: Why did you choose running as a high school sport?

Zach Werthmann: It’s a good thing to get in shape for other sports.

JJ: What are some “little things” you do to prevent injuries?

ZW: It’s really important to stretch before and after runs.

JJ: When you train, do you push your body to the max or do you take it easy?

ZW: I usually push myself as much as I can unless it’s a practice a day before my race.

JJ: What is you goal by senior year for cross country?

ZW: I want to run a 18 minute 5K.

JJ: Do you get lots of support from your team during races?

 

ZW: Yes, my team wants to see me win and do my best.