I have over 15 years of experience training for road races, from 5K to half and full marathons. Whether you are looking to run your first race, set a personal record or qualify for Boston, I am excited to meet you where you are and get working on those goals together!
As someone who did not start running until later in life (ran my first race at age 31), I love to work with newer runners and masters runners.

When I first began running, I experienced injury after injury. I learned a lot from that about how to properly come back from that by managing training to get stronger and faster.

My 1:1 training includes:

• athlete questionnaire
• onboarding consultation
• daily individualized activities given 1-2 weeks at a time
• mobile app that syncs with your GPS watch
• training and racing nutrition guidance
• detailed race plan
• unlimited text and email
• scheduled phone calls

I believe running can be a lifelong sport when you balance it with your everyday life. I value open communication to ensure your busy schedule is being respected while also giving you the motivation you need to reach your goals.

I know running is more than just running. From my own training, I have learned the importance of nutrition (both in training and racing), rest, strength and mental health. There is so much value in bringing those aspects together in order to get you to the start line healthy and feeling strong. The confidence you gain by doing hard things will benefit you in everyday life and you will experience a physical pleasure in being fit.

I also believe you are never too old to learn new things and accomplish something great. Consistency is key!

My experience is in small group coaching with local runners. I have coached some friends and family from couch to 5k to marathon. I played a significant role in the introduction and continued training of my two kids who both became collegiate runners. In recent years, I have benefited from having a talented coach that has furthered my knowledge of training and racing.

I am from Ohio in the Akron-Canton area. I am a mom of 3 kids and a sweet golden retriever. I am employed part-time as a Nurse Practitioner. I was not an athlete growing up but picked up running after having my second kid. I purchased a treadmill to walk on to get in shape postpartum. I built up to a walk/run and remember how awesome I felt the first time I was able to run a mile without stopping! I remember googling “how far is a marathon” and thinking it seemed impossible!

I now run nearly everyday and have participated in countless races over many distances. I love the sport not only for the physical benefits, but also for the mental and social aspects. I have met some of my closest friends through running. Mostly, I like to set goals and see how hard I can push myself in order to achieve them.

• Des Linden (American runner)
• Deena Kastor (American runner)
• Jack Daniels (renowned coach)
• Meghann Featherstun (runner and nutritionist)

I feel blessed to have so many wonderful race experiences. I am most proud of qualifying 3 times now to compete at the Abbott Age Group World Championships for the marathon. I have raced all over the United States and traveled to the other side of the globe to race.

I have qualified for the Boston marathon numerous times and have also qualified for the New York and Chicago marathons.

I have completed over 25 marathons including 4 Boston marathons. I have finished many 5ks and half marathons including the Disney Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge (twice). Once or twice a year I run a trail race on a challenging course ranging from 10-26 miles.

• VDOT certified coach
• UESCA running coach certification

Ambassador for the National Distance Runners Association. I also had the pleasure of reinventing and becoming race director for several years of a local race to benefit a non-profit county parks organization.

• Marathon: 3:13 (Houston, January 2026)
• Half: 1:34 (Cleveland Fall Classic, 2025)
• 5k: 20:33 (Super Valentine’s 5K, February 2023)