Jul 25, 2024
Jenna Lowery Story
I’m Jenna Lowery, born and raised in Jersey, but repping BGR! Charlotte. I have been an active member of BGR since about 2017, and I currently represent as a Run Coordinator and an Ambassador for BGR! Charlotte. As an athlete growing up playing soccer, softball, and track & field, I have always maintained my push for competition and being physically active. I have found such a love for running as an adult not only to be healthy (physically and mentally) and set a good example for younger girls, but also to challenge myself along the way. I have enjoyed being a coach and role model with the Girls on the Run organization for the past 3 seasons to encourage the next generation of girls to make healthy choices (physically and mentally) and to live an active lifestyle. I don’t do many official races because my family stays busy, but I enjoy pushing myself in pace or distance, and recently I’ve enjoyed learning to not push myself and use my pavement time more therapeutically.
Outside of the pavement, I enjoy spending time with my family being out and about, and also being at home. I love watching my daughter’s love for sports grow. I love my career working as a pediatric Occupational Therapist! It is so therapeutic and rewarding to me to see my kiddos make big and small gains and celebrate them along the way. They could have so many obstacles in their way, but they continue to defy the limitations that individuals have put on them to grow and flourish beyond.
In all areas of my life I hold tight to a few common themes: To lead by example, remember that iron sharpens iron, and that someone else’s destiny is dependent on you living out your God given purpose. BGR is truly a piece of my heart and passion that also aligns with these themes. I am truly honored to have been selected as a BGR representative and raise money towards the charity in the Chicago Marathon 2024!!