Chris started running later in life after a major illness made him realize that life is too short to not seek adventure and pursue your dreams. Initially starting with marathons, he worked his way up to ultra distance event and in 2015 burst on the national ultrarunning scene with podium finishes at several competitive races and USATF National Championships. Since then, he has racked up wins at the American River 50 mile, Squamish 50/50 and back to back top 10 finish at the Western States 100 mile. Chris is driven by a passion for challenge and love of nature. He races all terrains, all distances and is always looking for a new adventure. He has a MD and a PhD and is currently training at Stanford Medical Center as Sport Medicine Radiologist.

 

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • 5th place Western States 100 mile 2017

  • 9th place Western States 100 mile 2016

  • 1st place Rio Del Lago 100 mile 2018

  • 1st place American River 50 mile 2016

  • 1st place Squamish 50/50 2016

  • 2nd place Bandera 100k 2016 (USATF 100k Trail National Championship)

  • 3rd place Fall 50 2015 (USATF 50 mile Road National Championship)

  • 2nd place Gorge Waterfalls 100k 2105

  • 2:35 Marathon PR

  • 5:58 Beer mile

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I miss Western States 100. And seeing all of you! Can’t wait for next year 🤙🏼 . . Western States 100 was cancelled this year and I miss racing. But, what I miss the most is the people and the inspiration that is at the heart of an event like
Crazy times. Take care of yourself. Jenny has two restorative virtual classes a week to help to you reset. Check out @jennymaieryoga for details. Next Runners restorative class tomorrow at 7:15! Stay healthy and safe out there friends.
Won’t be flying anywhere soon, but when I do, my Kodiak bag will be with me! Excited to join TeamVictory for 2020. Been loving these bags since the start, in racing and everyday life. Would be perfect to hold your excess hoarded toilet paper an
Yup! Still jumping with joy. Happy Valentine’s Day to my better half. 😘
We got married! Could not be happier to spend my life with Jenny and have an ultra celebration all weekend with friends and family 😘🍾
Team effort! Bandera 100k 2016 I snagged 2nd place for a @wser Golden Ticket! @jennymaier ran about 13 miles around the course crewing for me that day in the wind and heat, as crew cars were not allowed. We are still going strong and I can’t wa
Happy New Year! 2019 in the books and exciting 2020 incoming. Kicking off the year marrying the love of my life @jennymaier in a few weeks! Travel, racing and possible move on the horizon. The mountains are calling and we are ready to jump in and go!
Twins? Runners at Javelina 100 thought so 😂 Congrats to Pat on his third win at Javelina 100 this weekend! Put on my best Pat Reagan costume this weekend in support 🤣 #hokaoneone #timetofly
Javelina 100 in the books for Jenny! Three years in a row! So proud! Hot days and a cold night made for tough conditions. Jenny fought through it all. Her smart race preparation and toughness got it done! So proud! Thanks @paulettezf for bringing he
Javelina 100 ready! Checked in, crew pumped, sloths supporting, and tattoos applied. I’ll be pacing Jenny for 19 miles overnight. Ready to go! #JJ100 #javelinajundred #thirdtimesacharm
40 years young today. 40 mile run seemed a bit excessive so went for 4. 😂 Perfect low key day with Jenny and Henry. Even got to see a few friends at @visit_therarebarrel before a tasty dinner! Thanks for all the Birthday wishes and for the great day
We got down at Overlook @epicenduranceevents this weekend! 🤙🏼 . Jenny with a 50k PR (2nd in Age group!) and I snuck some speed out of these #ultralegs for a win in the 25k. 😳 . Always fun to run around the Auburn, CA trails and hang with the Aubur
Back at the track! Getting after some leg speed. Going after a Road marathon PR this fall. 💪🏻 . . #marathontraining #trackworkout #hokaoneone #timetofly #victorysportdesign #os1st #squirrelsnutbutter #drymaxsocks #headlandsbrewing #nakedrunningband
Big time! Check out Jenny’s Yoga for ultrarunners article and me kicking off my male modeling career in the Sept 2019 issue of @ultrarunningmag! If you want more of this content, let @ultrarunningmag know!👌🏻 . . You don’t have to be fle
Leadville 100 mile 20:41 12th place. Had to really dig deep just to finish this one. Not my fastest time or best day, but I am proud that I refused to quit. Had some persistent nausea and my first episode of vomiting during a race. Humbled by the cou
Leadville 100! Ready to rock. My crew game is strong ⚒🔥 #leadville100
Leadville 100 this weekend! ⚒ . . Been amazing training throughout Colorado this last month with trips to Boulder, Silverton, Colorado Springs, and Frisco with the last stop in Leadville for the 100 mile run this weekend. I have seen many beautiful p
Minor ankle sprain from Pikes Peak 50k is healing well. @os1st compression is my go to. Have been using their products since my plantar fascia tear several years ago. The AF7 ankle bracing sleeve is perfect. Minimal design with built in stability and
Altitude training went well. Fortunate to finish my month in Colorado with a win today at the Pikes Peak Ultra 50k. 👌🏻 . . Tough course that peaks over 11k with about 7-8k of climbing. Did a lot of hiking high up and worked hard on the downhills. ⚒

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