Reach your untapped potential! Running is 90% mental, 10% physical. Together we will work to assess your strengths and weaknesses and create a plan to breakthrough barriers - both physical and mental.
Seattle, WA
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Division 1 athlete - Northwestern University Cross Country, 2006-2007
Over 100 races completed (5K - marathon)
Personal Records
Marathon: 3:22:41 / Top 11% | Lasalle Bank Chicago Marathon 2004, Oct 10, 2004
1/2 Marathon: 1:22:01 / Top 6% | The Banco Popular Chicago Half Marathon 2008, Sep 14, 2008
10Mi Run: 1:02:06 / Top 6% | Fleet Feet Sports Soldier Field 10 Mile, May 23, 2009
10K: 38:00 / Top 8% | Veterun 10K/5K 2007, Nov 11, 2007
5Mi Run: 37:09 / Top 25% | Downers Grove Park District 5 Miler, Jun 28, 2015
8K Run: 29:43 / Top 5% | Paws Chicago Run For Their Lives 2008, Sep 28, 2008
4Mi Run: 24:06 / Top 12% | Elmhurst 4 On The Fourth, Jul 04, 2008
3.5Mi Run: 25:52 / Top 100% | J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge, May 21, 2015
5K: 18:03 / Top 6% | Ravenswood Run 5K, Apr 27, 2008
First, we'll take a look at your goals, and make sure to craft our training timeline around your schedule. Making sure to have ample time to build up base and ramp up to peak at your key race. We'll set some baseline benchmarks so we can create a plan that is based on where you are currently at and where you want to be. We'll also access your technique and improve your running form and efficiency.
5 minute check in, warm up, drills, workout and cooldown. We can meet at a track or at a local park depending on if you are training for a road race, cross country race or track meet.
I started coaching runners 10 years ago. I had hit my peak racing abilities and wanted to share my knowledge with others who had big aspirations. I have unique experience coaching athletes one on one and in large groups.
Coach Nina Black from Orangetheory Fitness, Wilmette. After "retiring" from road racing I took a step back from running. Getting back in shape was a long road. Coach Nina helped me break through fear of injury and push through mental blocks. With her coaching I was able to complete a 12 minute run for distance covering 1.93 miles and run a 6:03 mile on the treadmill in my late 30s.
I have experience working with athletes of all ages. I have mostly coached adults but I do have experience teaching students ages 10 - 21. I also have a four year old son.
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