I work with runners training for everything from their first 5K to half marathons and marathons, whether they’re building consistency, returning to running, or working toward a new PR.

With my background in running, personal training, and group fitness, I like to incorporate strength training and creative workouts that keep training interesting. I want my runners to feel challenged, see their progress, and look forward to what’s next.

No two runners are the same, and their training shouldn’t be either!

Running should be fun! Of course, there will be hard workouts, early mornings, and days when you’d rather stay in bed. But I believe you should enjoy the process just as much as reaching the finish line.

I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all training plans. Everyone has different goals, schedules, strengths, and challenges. Some weeks everything goes according to plan, and other weeks life happens. That’s okay! We’ll adjust, figure out what works, and keep moving forward.

Whatever your starting point or your goal, we’ll find what challenges you, celebrate the progress along the way, and have some fun doing it.

I’ve spent over 10 years working in fitness, teaching group classes, personal training, and working with athletes of all ages and abilities. I’ve taught everything from strength training to treadmill workouts at Orangetheory (no surprise, the treadmill was always my favorite part!).

I’m an RRCA-certified running coach and ISSA-certified personal trainer, and I love combining running and strength training to help athletes become stronger, more confident runners.

I’ve also spent several years coaching a charity team for the NYC Marathon, helping runners prepare for one of my favorite days of the year. There’s nothing quite like watching someone cross that finish line, especially when you know how much work went into getting there.

Now, through individual coaching, I get to work with runners on everything from building their first consistent running routine to training for half marathons, marathons, and new personal records.

I actually almost failed gym in middle school because I couldn’t run the mile. Seriously.
I was definitely not someone who grew up thinking I’d become a runner. But as an adult, I fell in love with fitness, eventually signed up for a 5K, and that turned into 10 marathons, over 20 half marathons, and completing all six original World Marathon Majors.

When I ran my first marathon, I swore it would be my only one. Clearly, that didn’t work out.

I think that’s part of why I love coaching. I remember what it felt like when running one mile seemed impossible, and I also know the excitement of working toward a big goal and finally achieving it.

Outside of running, I split my time between Brooklyn and the Adirondack Mountains, usually with my dog Layla nearby. I love music, a good running playlist, and finding new places to explore on foot.

And yes, I still think running is fun.

The running community! One of my favorite things about races is meeting other runners and hearing their stories. Everyone has a different reason for showing up at the starting line, and I love that.

I’ve raced everything from the 5K to the marathon, including 10 full marathons and over 20 half marathons.

My first marathon was NYC in 2018, and I was pretty sure I’d never do another one. Since then, I’ve completed all six original World Marathon Majors, including New York, Boston, Chicago, London, Berlin, and Tokyo.

I’ve run the NYC Marathon four times, and it’s easily one of my favorite races. I’ve also coached a charity team through the NYC Marathon for several years, so I’ve gotten to know the course pretty well. One of my favorite traditions is taking runners through the final 10 miles before race day, sharing course tips, and helping them feel a little more prepared for what’s ahead.

I love racing, but I also love everything that comes before it. The training, the small victories, the tough workouts, and those runs where you surprise yourself are what make getting to the finish line so rewarding.

• ISSA Group Fitness
• ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
• ISSA Nutrition Certificate
• TRX Certified
• RRCA Running Coach Level 1

• 5K: 27:03
• 10K: 58:16
• Half Marathon: 1:59:33
• Marathon: 4:18:57