Brittany Schisler – Gaithersburg Running Coach

Description

Gaithersburg running coach Brittany Schisler is here for any road running goals you want to take on, whether you’re a beginner just getting started with a 5k, or looking to increase your distances up to the marathon. Reach out to Brittany below to get started!

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Contact Brittany

LEVELS: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
TYPES: Road
DISTANCES: 5k/10k/Half Marathon, Marathon
TRAINING PLATFORM: Final Surge
TRAINING PLAN: Individual, customized training plan
COMMUNICATION: Unlimited email, unlimited text
RESPONSE TIME: Within 24 hours
LOCATION: Gaithersburg, MD
IN-PERSON SESSIONS: No, online coaching only

SPECIALTIES

I’m here to help runners achieve their goals through inspired and accessible training plans that are rooted in science. I coach beginners through advanced runners, in road distances from the 5K to the marathon. I am especially passionate about working with:

• First-time Marathoners
• Marathoners wanting to break 4 hours
• Masters Runners (40+)
• Experienced Runners looking to PR and/or BQ

PHILOSOPHY

Are you tired of stressing out about how or when you’re going to fit in your long run? Are you spending a lot of time researching what type of workout will be most beneficial to reaching your goal, or how to properly taper?

When you sign up to train with me, I will help alleviate some of these common stressors so that you can just focus on the running!

As your coach, I will be a partner in your running journey, and craft an individualized, adaptive, weekly training plan that is sustainable, and fits in as part of your lifestyle. Whether you are just getting started, have a few marathons under your belt, or are chasing a BQ, I will meet you where you are, and together – we will build upon that, to get you where you want to be. In addition to any race-specific “outcome” goals, we will also set process goals.

Below are a few key components of my coaching philosophy:

• The 80/20 principle, meaning that 80% of the running is done at a low intensity.
• Keeping the easy days easy, builds aerobic capacity, and ultimately allows our bodies to push harder and make adaptations on the high intensity days.
• Workouts don’t need to be complicated and overwhelming to be effective. (They can also be fun!)
• Sleep and thoughtful recovery are as equally valuable as the miles you put in.
• Balance is important, even when you’re chasing big dreams!

Training with me will also include:

• Access to a video library with warm-up exercises, cool down stretches, drills, and running specific strength exercises
• Unlimited programming/schedule adjustments
• Optional weekly check-in calls
• Race prep.

COACHING EXPERIENCE

I have worked with athletes of all abilities, ranging in age from 25-70. Some started with run/walk programs just to get moving more, while others had goals of completing their first marathons. Several of my runners have finished marathons in under 4 hours, and I have coached runners to PRs across multiple distances.

ABOUT ME

Dog Mom, coffee lover, craft beer connoisseur.

My running journey started in 2015, and I have now officially caught the coaching bug, so I am excited to embark on turning my passion for running into a coaching career.

Before becoming a runner, I danced professionally for 12 years. That experience helped shape who I am as an artist, athlete, competitor, and mentor. During that time, I also recovered from multiple knee surgeries, so I understand coming back from injury very well!

Nowadays, I am a Running Podcast junkie, a Super Fan of the Elites, and love to learn anything and everything I can about the sport. I also love a good pair of running shorts (with lots of pockets!) black coffee, giant soft pretzels, hoppy IPAs, Superhero muffins, and comfy recovery slides.

If I’m not running, reading about running, or listening to something about running, you can find me scoping out new local products at my favorite grocery store, hiking, or spending time at home with my family.

BIG INFLUENCES

Run Like a Pro (Even If You’re Slow) by Matt Fitzgerald and Ben Rosario

“Keep Showing Up” – Des Linden

Hugely inspired by US Elite Women’s Distance Runners both past and present (Deena Kastor, Shalane Flanagan, Des Linden, Sara Hall, Steph Bruce, Keira D’Amato) The list goes on!

RACING HISTORY

I ran my first marathon in 2016 at the Chicago Marathon to raise money for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. After Chicago, I set a goal to finish all Six of the World Marathon Majors. Since then, I have completed 7 additional marathons, including 3 more of the Majors (New York 2017, Berlin 2021, and London 2022). I just got my BQ in April of 2023, so Boston and Tokyo are up next! I also race several half marathons and shorter distances each year.

CERTIFICATIONS

• Level 1 RRCA Certified Run Coach
• UESCA Certified Run Coach

PRs

• 5K: 23:06 (Micro Run St Louis, 5/6/23)
• 10K: 45:19 (Bethesda Turkey Chase, 11/23/23)
• Half Marathon: 1:40:37 (River City Half Marathon, 3/9/24)
• Marathon: 3:35:53 (Delaware Running Festival, 4/23/23, 3rd Place 40-44 Female) *BQ*

CONTACT BRITTANY

Finding a coach who is a great fit for you is really important. We encourage you to email your coach prior to signing up so you can connect, communicate, and ensure a good athlete/coach fit.

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