Our Mission is to increase women’s participation and opportunity in trail running and hiking through inspiration, education and empowerment.
I have been running for over 30 years and coaching formally for over 7 years. I started running in 8th grade cross country, and competed in cross country and track through high school and college. I took a break from competitive running after college to start a career and a family, and then did some road races. In 2016 I ran my first trail 50k and have been in love with the trail and ultra scene since.
The thing I love about running is that it’s not just about the running. It’s about the way that athletic (yes, you’re an athlete) achievement empowers women in all aspects of their lives. I truly believe that running has changed my life, and I love sharing that gift with others through coaching. We are capable of so much more than we think, and as a coach I get to partner with you to achieve your goals.
Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?
My biggest strengths as a coach are my ability to connect with my athletes on a personal level, and my dedication to inclusion. I am an accomplished coach for all distances and surfaces, and understanding both the technical aspects of coaching as well as the human side of it are what allow my athletes to excel. I am experienced in incorporating strength training for injury prevention and performance, and helping to fit training plans into busy life schedules. I know what I’m doing in all of these areas because I’ve lived it. I’m looking forward to helping you, whether your goal is to start running, set a PR, or challenge yourself with an off-the-beaten-path adventure.
I love the way that running can help us be better humans in all areas of our life, and I became a coach to help share that with others. I believe the athlete-coach relationship is the cornerstone of coaching. My goal is to understand you as a runner and a person so we can collaborate on your training. I want to help you stay healthy and injury free, consistently enjoying your runs. The mix of volume, speed work and strength training depends on each runner’s goals, current fitness and outside obligations. Achievement is important, but so is maintaining the joy of running for many years to come, and being a part of the running community.
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