• certified UESCA Ultra Running Coach
• certified RRCA Level One Coach

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

• Form Analysis

3-5 years

I grew up in Charlotte, NC, where I still reside. I work at The Ultra Running Company. I have been running for over 30 years, beginning with Jr High Track as a distance runner. I had tried out for every team sport and found that I truly enjoyed running. I continued throughout adulthood and became more serious about 10 years ago. I started with the 5k and quickly discovered that my passion is trail and ultra running. I have completed all distances from 5k to 100 miles, but my favorite distance is probably the 50k. I have run all surfaces and terrain and enjoy it all.

I believe we are all capable of more than we know.I started coaching as a way to help athletes reach their maximum potential. The success of my athletes is just as if not more important to me than my own. Their success is a reflection of me, so I put everything I have into my coaching. With a mixture of workouts, fun running, and easy running, we can all enjoy running and racing. I also believe that success in training and racing is not just about the running. Strength, mobility, nutrition, and mental strength play an important role in training. We have to have a strong mind and body. We also have to fuel our bodies in a way that sets us up for success.