Chris Baldus – Kitsap Running Coach
$110.00 / month and a $19.00 sign-up fee
15 years coaching runners of all abilities. Let’s get you achieving & exceeding your running goals one step at a time.
Description
Helping you find joy in the process, Kitsap running coach Chris Baldus will help support you in any goal along the way, whether it’s on the track for a fast 800m, or your first half marathon on the roads or the trails. Chris also offers in-person sessions near Silverdale, WA (Kitsap County). Reach out below to get started!
LEVELS: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
TYPES: Road, Track, Trail
DISTANCES: 5k/10k/Half Marathon, Marathon
TRAINING PLATFORM: Final Surge
TRAINING PLAN: Individual, customized training plan
COMMUNICATION: Unlimited email, unlimited phone, unlimited text
RESPONSE TIME: Within 48 hours
LOCATION: Silverdale, WA
IN-PERSON SESSIONS: Yes, meet in or around Silverdale, WA. Options include: Workout, Pacing, Strategy, Running Form Analysis, Strength and Core Routine
SPECIALTIES
- Distances ranging from 800m to Marathon
- Track Racing for 800m to 5000m
- Road and Trail Races 5km+
- Supplemental Cross Training
- Strength/Core/Plyometric Training
- Running Mentality and Strategy
- Training for those with limited time
- Coaching all ages from youths to adults
PHILOSOPHY
Anyone can run. But I am here to help you run well, find joy in the process, and motivate you to be persistent with your individual goals. Having been in the running community for 20+ years as a D1 collegiate athlete, recreational runner, and coach to hundreds of individuals, I am passionate about supporting every runner to reach their full potential and achieve more than they ever thought possible. As a life-long runner, I believe that the sport brings out the best in people because it takes courage to start, strength to finish, and a community of support along the way. Running is a journey, and I am here to be your support no matter where you are at on your path. I’m passionate about helping runners of all abilities. Whether you’re someone interested in running your first 5k or track race, trying to get back into running after some time off, or an experienced runner with a lofty goal, I will be there every step of the way.
COACHING EXPERIENCE
- 15 years as a head/assistant distance coach for middle school and high school track and cross country athletes
- Coached elite high school teams and individuals at the state, regional, and national level
- Coached multiple male athletes to under 16:00 5k, 9:30 3200m, 4:20 1600m, 1:58 800m
- Coached multiple female athletes to under 19:00 5k, 11:20 3200m, 5:00 1600m, 2:20 800m
ABOUT ME
Running for me is not just about the running. It is about building community, overcoming challenges, and giving me the strength to do the other things I enjoy. My family and I are working to rehabilitate an old farm, and that keeps me busy growing vegetables for our roadside farmstand and doing projects around the property. I have embraced the challenge of being a runner with young kids, often towing them along in the double stroller (or sometimes being towed) as they cheer me on in road races. When I’m not running you can find me fishing, skiing, backpacking, and summiting mountains in the Pacific NW.
BIG INFLUENCES
My biggest influence has been the other coaches I have worked with and learned from, and the hundreds of athletes I have coached over the past 15 years. Every runner is unique, and each athlete’s experience helps educate and influence how I coach.
Also: Jack Daniels, Scott Christensen, and Clint May have helped guide my training philosophy.
RACING HISTORY
Recent Races from 2023-2024:
- 5K: 15:38
- 4-mile: 21:11
- 5-mile (with a double stroller): 29:06
- 1 Mile (on track): 4:32
- Prior to 2023, I have also completed multiple half and full marathons (including Boston)
PRs
- Marathon: 2:55:14 (2011) Seattle Rock ‘n’ Roll
- Half Marathon: 1:13:06 (2017) San Diego Half
- 8K: (2008) 25:48 College
- 4-mile: 20:13 (2017) Whale of a Run
- 800M: 1:53 (2009) College
CONTACT CHRIS
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.
SOCIAL
Marty Huff –
I have been working with Chris for two months and feel that I have really been able to improve my running skills. I am 52 years young and have been running almost my entire life. I just felt that reached a point where I needed to get out of a rut. Chris has definitely give me that his daily workouts really fit me and having someone to hold me accountable is fantastic. Chris tell you in such a nice way that you need to pick it up and still feel great about yourself. Look forward to seeing more results with Chris