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Coach Directory

If you’re looking for a qualified coach, there is no better place to start than here!

Coach Directory

If you’re looking for a qualified coach, there is no better place to start than here!

Megan Plocher

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Coach Profile

Credentials
  • Certified UESCA Running Coach
Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Triathlon
Level of Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Other Areas of Specialization
  • Strength and Conditioning
  • Injury Prevention
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

About Megan

I’ve been running for nearly a decade. I ran my first half marathon in 2019, but I’ve always been an athlete—growing up playing tennis and volleyball, then first turning to running in high school as a way to stay in shape. What started as cross-training quickly became the sport I fell in love with, teaching me patience, discipline, and consistency.
I’ve always been passionate about health and wellness, and I studied nutrition in college, which continues to shape how I approach training, recovery, and fueling.

Today, that perspective guides how I coach. My approach emphasizes smart, sustainabl

Coaching Philosophy

Running should enhance your life, not overwhelm it. While not every run will feel perfect, long-term success comes from enjoying the process and building a healthy relationship with the sport.

My coaching philosophy is rooted in patience, consistency, and balance—building fitness gradually, prioritizing longevity, and respecting recovery by making hard days hard and easy days easy. Every athlete and season is different, so training should be individualized, adaptable, and aligned with your goals and lifestyle.